Belgium is a small country located in Western Europe. It is bordered by the Netherlands to the north, Germany to the east, Luxembourg to the southeast, France to the southwest, and the North Sea to the northwest. The country is divided into three regions: Flanders in the north, which is predominantly Dutch-speaking; Wallonia in the south, which is predominantly French-speaking; and Brussels, which is the capital city and is officially bilingual in French and Dutch.

Belgium has a long history as a crossroads of Europe, and its location at the center of the European Union has made it a hub for international politics and trade. The country is home to many international organizations, including the European Union, NATO, and the International Court of Justice. It is also home to the headquarters of the European Commission, the executive branch of the EU.

Belgium has a parliamentary democracy and is a federal state. It is a member of the United Nations and the European Union, and it is a founding member of the European Union. The country has a strong economy, with a focus on technology and innovation. It is also known for its art and culture, including its world-famous cuisine and beer.

Belgium maintains contact with 33 countries. The five most intense relations Belgium has are with: Netherlands with a score of 27 171 , France with a score of 14 415 , United States with a score of 11 145 , Japan with a score of 10 386 , and Denmark with a score of 9 158 .

The top five closest relations from Belgium are: Kosovo with a score of 9.86 , United States with a score of 9.68 , France with a score of 9.67 , Luxembourg with a score of 9.13 , and United Kingdom with a score of 9.1 .

While, the top five strained relations from Belgium are: Palestine with a score of 3.37 , Rwanda with a score of 4.23 , Syria with a score of 4.46 , Japan with a score of 4.75 , and Philippines with a score of 5.29 .