Belgium

Situated in Northwestern Europe's coastal lowlands, the Kingdom of Belgium is bordered by the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, and France, covering an area of 30,689 square kilometers with a population exceeding 11.8 million. The nation operates as a federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy with Brussels serving as its capital and largest metropolitan region, while major urban centers like Antwerp and Ghent drive its economic activity. Economically, Belgium boasts a robust Gross Domestic Product of $689.364 billion in nominal terms and $889.833 billion in purchasing power parity, ranking 23rd and 37th globally respectively. With a high Human Development Index of 0.951 and a population density of 385 inhabitants per square kilometer, the country maintains a strong position as a central hub within the European Union.