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Belgium |
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Brussels, the capital of Belgium is
the headquarters of the European
Union (EU) and the North Atlantic
Treaty Organization (NATO). |
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| Official Name |
Kingdom of Belgium |
| Form of Government |
Federal Constitution |
| Capital |
Brussels |
| Area |
30,510 sq km |
| Time zone |
GMT + 1 hour |
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| Population |
10,100,000 approx |
| Official Language |
French, Dutch, German |
| Other Languages |
English |
| Currency |
Euro |
| Economy |
Services 77%, Industry
20%, Agriculture 3% |
| Climate |
Temperate, with mild,
wet winters and cool
summers. |
| Highest Point |
Mt Botrange 694 m |
| Main Sports |
Football (soccer), Ice
Hockey |
| Notable Landmarks |
Canalled city of Burges |
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| Official website |
www.belgium.be
Government |
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www.visitBelgium.com
Tourism |
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| If you have cousins, relatives or
friends in Belgium, they can become part of your core group
receiving benefits just like you and me and my family. Standard STD
call charges apply to call this country from Australia. |
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