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'''Belgium''' (French: '''Belgique''', Dutch: '''België''', German: '''Belgien''') is a small country in Western Europe. Belgium is currently in its third era of existence, having been part of two different unions, one with the {{CountryLink|UK}} and one with the {{CountryLink|Netherlands}}, called the {{CountryLink|United Netherlands}}. Belgium is a parliamentary democracy. It had maintained a neutral stance in the politics and wars surrounding it, until 13 October 2013 when it has declared its support for the Circle of Trust (CoT)and was a full member. | '''Belgium''' (French: '''Belgique''', Dutch: '''België''', German: '''Belgien''') is a small country in Western Europe. Belgium is currently in its third era of existence, having been part of two different unions, one with the {{CountryLink|UK}} and one with the {{CountryLink|Netherlands}}, called the {{CountryLink|United Netherlands}}. Belgium is a parliamentary democracy. It had maintained a neutral stance in the politics and wars surrounding it, until 13 October 2013 when it has declared its support for the Circle of Trust (CoT)and was a full member. | ||
Beginning of November 2013 Belgium left the alliance CoT just like most of it's members did and has since then taken a renewed a neutral stance for a while. It i currently a member of [[P.L.U.T.O.]]. | Beginning of November 2013 Belgium left the alliance CoT just like most of it's members did and has since then taken a renewed a neutral stance for a while. It i currently a member of [[P.L.U.T.O.]]. | ||
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'''Belgium''' was among the first countries in the beginning of eRepublik. Belgium's population grew slowly before they agreed to merge with the [[United Kingdom]] in April 2008. In February 2009, 10 months after Belgium merged with the [[United Kingdom]], two resistance wars were launched to free Belgium, the first failed but the next succeeded. It wasn't until the 21st February 2009 before Belgium became a complete independent nation. | '''Belgium''' was among the first countries in the beginning of eRepublik. Belgium's population grew slowly before they agreed to merge with the [[United Kingdom]] in April 2008. In February 2009, 10 months after Belgium merged with the [[United Kingdom]], two resistance wars were launched to free Belgium, the first failed but the next succeeded. It wasn't until the 21st February 2009 before Belgium became a complete independent nation. | ||
− | [[Mittekemuis]] was named Queen of eBelgium on July 4, 2011 by a congress majority{{Ref|e|article|1815595}} and shortly thereafter announced the royals and other nobles of eBelgium in an article | + | [[Mittekemuis]] was named Queen of eBelgium on July 4, 2011 (Day {{Day|July 4, 2011}}) by a congress majority{{Ref|e|article|1815595}} and shortly thereafter announced the royals and other nobles of eBelgium in an article {{eLink|article|1816182|Mittekemuis Announcement}}. |
− | The Monarchy was reestablished in January 2014 and [[Critically]] was chosen by the eBelgian community as [[Monarch|King]] and confirmed by congress | + | The Monarchy was reestablished in January 2014 and [[Critically]] was chosen by the eBelgian community as [[Monarch|King]] and confirmed by congress {{eLink|article|2363756|First update}}. |
==[[File:Icon achievement society builder on.gif]] Society== | ==[[File:Icon achievement society builder on.gif]] Society== | ||
===[[File:Icon-social-mic-home.gif]] Communication and media=== | ===[[File:Icon-social-mic-home.gif]] Communication and media=== | ||
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The main language in Belgium is English, however French, Dutch and to a lesser extent, German (as the national languages of Belgium) are also used. | The main language in Belgium is English, however French, Dutch and to a lesser extent, German (as the national languages of Belgium) are also used. | ||
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− | * | + | * {{eLink|newspaper|243202|'''Belgium.info - Presidential newspaper, Foreign Affairs'''}} |
− | * | + | * {{eLink|newspaper|235407|'''Belgian Encyclopedia - Education and culture'''}} |
− | * | + | * {{eLink|newspaper|226579|'''eBelgium Military/Citizen Defence Orders - Ministry of Defence'''}} |
− | * | + | * {{eLink|newspaper|219248|'''NBB-BNB/eBE MoF News and Reports - Ministry of Economy'''}} |
− | * | + | * {{eLink|newspaper|224725|'''The eBelgian Congress - Congress Newspaper'''}} |
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'''Belgium''' borders the original territories of [[Germany]], [[France]], the [[Netherlands]] and the [[United Kingdom]]. Through the years, as a result of military activity, Belgium has bordered other countries too. | '''Belgium''' borders the original territories of [[Germany]], [[France]], the [[Netherlands]] and the [[United Kingdom]]. Through the years, as a result of military activity, Belgium has bordered other countries too. | ||
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!Region | !Region | ||
!Occupier | !Occupier | ||
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=== Belgian treasury === | === Belgian treasury === | ||
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Information about the Belgian treasury can be found [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AuNTC4vABk4-dGVxYk4xVFAzbnUxRXdDcnk2SGVGa3c&usp=sharing here]. | Information about the Belgian treasury can be found [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AuNTC4vABk4-dGVxYk4xVFAzbnUxRXdDcnk2SGVGa3c&usp=sharing here]. | ||
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=== The Constitution === | === The Constitution === | ||
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The constitution of Belgium can be found here: [[Constitution of Belgium]] | The constitution of Belgium can be found here: [[Constitution of Belgium]] | ||
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{{Main|List of presidents of Belgium}} | {{Main|List of presidents of Belgium}} | ||
=== Government === | === Government === | ||
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[[File:Belgisch Parlement.jpg|right|thumb|The Belgium Parliament (Belgisch Parlement - parlement belge)]] | [[File:Belgisch Parlement.jpg|right|thumb|The Belgium Parliament (Belgisch Parlement - parlement belge)]] | ||
The following table lists the current members of the Belgian cabinet: | The following table lists the current members of the Belgian cabinet: | ||
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{{Template:Governments of Belgium by month}} | {{Template:Governments of Belgium by month}} | ||
− | === [[File:Icon position | + | === [[File:Icon position party president.gif]] Political parties === |
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The political parties of Belgium are listed below. | The political parties of Belgium are listed below. | ||
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| {{eLink|party|3778|Democratic Socialist Party}} | | {{eLink|party|3778|Democratic Socialist Party}} | ||
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==[[File:Icon military.png]] Military== | ==[[File:Icon military.png]] Military== | ||
{{Main|Belgian Army}} | {{Main|Belgian Army}} | ||
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− | The Belgian Army | + | The Belgian Army had three big [[military unit]]s: |
− | * Under unclear circumstances the [[Belgian Armed Forces]] were sold by the back then leader to [[Shadowukcs]]. Not willing to give the MU back to the state, the [[Belgian National Army]] was created. | + | * Under unclear circumstances the [[Belgian Armed Forces]] were sold by the back then leader to [[Shadowukcs]]. Not willing to give the MU back to the state, and later dissolved, the [[Belgian National Army]] was created. |
− | * The [[Belgian Civilian Army]] | + | * The [[Belgian Civilian Army]] was dissolved and merged into 1 Military Unit ([[Belgian National Army]]). |
− | * The [[Awesome Boot Camp]] | + | * The [[Awesome Boot Camp]] does not longer exist as its member were spread over many diverse [[military unit]]s. |
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!Commander | !Commander | ||
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| '''[[Belgian National Army]]''' | | '''[[Belgian National Army]]''' | ||
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=== [[File:Icon-pact.gif]] Alliances === | === [[File:Icon-pact.gif]] Alliances === | ||
+ | Through it's history and mainly through the wars with [[France]] and [[United Kingdom]], Belgium has signed Mutual Protection Pacts (MPPs) with countries, members of [[ONE]], mainly to defend its regions. The Belgian Congress approved recently the [[Charter of CoT]] and Belgium became a full member of [[Circle of Trust]] alliance in 10/13/2012 {{Ref|e|article|2137943}}. | ||
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Beginning of November 2013 Belgium left the alliance CoT just like most of it's members did and has since then taken a renewed neutral stance again. Since early 2014 the government decided to take a pro-[[Sirius]] stance. | Beginning of November 2013 Belgium left the alliance CoT just like most of it's members did and has since then taken a renewed neutral stance again. Since early 2014 the government decided to take a pro-[[Sirius]] stance. | ||
− | On November 30th 2015 (Day '''{{Day|November 30, 2015}}''' of the New World) [[P.L.U.T.O.]] was founded by {{CountryLink|Belgium}}, {{CountryLink|Spain}} and {{CountryLink|United Kingdom}}{{ | + | On November 30th 2015 (Day '''{{Day|November 30, 2015}}''' of the New World) [[P.L.U.T.O.]] was founded by {{CountryLink|Belgium}}, {{CountryLink|Spain}} and {{CountryLink|United Kingdom}}{{Ref|e|article|2567972}}. [[MCKitkat]] became it's first leader |
==== Mutual protection pacts of Belgium ==== | ==== Mutual protection pacts of Belgium ==== |
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Belgium (French: Belgique, Dutch: België, German: Belgien) is a small country in Western Europe. Belgium is currently in its third era of existence, having been part of two different unions, one with the UK and one with the Netherlands, called the United Netherlands. Belgium is a parliamentary democracy. It had maintained a neutral stance in the politics and wars surrounding it, until 13 October 2013 when it has declared its support for the Circle of Trust (CoT)and was a full member. Beginning of November 2013 Belgium left the alliance CoT just like most of it's members did and has since then taken a renewed a neutral stance for a while. It i currently a member of P.L.U.T.O..
History
Belgium was among the first countries in the beginning of eRepublik. Belgium's population grew slowly before they agreed to merge with the United Kingdom in April 2008. In February 2009, 10 months after Belgium merged with the United Kingdom, two resistance wars were launched to free Belgium, the first failed but the next succeeded. It wasn't until the 21st February 2009 before Belgium became a complete independent nation.
Mittekemuis was named Queen of eBelgium on July 4, 2011 (Day 1322) by a congress majority[1] and shortly thereafter announced the royals and other nobles of eBelgium in an article Mittekemuis Announcement.
The Monarchy was reestablished in January 2014 and Critically was chosen by the eBelgian community as King and confirmed by congress First update.
Society
Communication and media
The main language in Belgium is English, however French, Dutch and to a lesser extent, German (as the national languages of Belgium) are also used.
Geography
Belgium borders the original territories of Germany, France, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Through the years, as a result of military activity, Belgium has bordered other countries too.
Region | Occupier | Resources | Map |
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Flanders | |||
Brussels | |||
Wallonia |
Economy
Taxes
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Belgian treasury
Information about the Belgian treasury can be found here.
Politics
The Constitution
The constitution of Belgium can be found here: Constitution of Belgium
Dictators
Role | Name | Period |
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DED (Democratically Appointed Dictator) | Jofroi | March 2015 - April 2015 |
Olv007 | April 2015 - May 2015 | |
ThomasRed | May 2015- June 2015 | |
Alexandross | June 2015 - June 2015(overthrone after a few days) | |
Alexandross | June 2015 - July 2015 | |
Fhaemita Malodorous | August 2015 - October 2015 | |
Franckie18 | October 2015 - January 2016 | |
Rhual | January 2016 - February 2016 |
Presidents
Government
The following table lists the current members of the Belgian cabinet:
Name | Position |
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Director9 | President |
Shotan | Prime Minister |
Thorin II Oakenshield | Minister of Defence |
Ernst Bogdansson | Minister of Foreign Affairs |
Bobby Teuchan | Minister of Finance |
El1teBE | Minister of Education |
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Political parties
The political parties of Belgium are listed below.
Logo | Party Name | Initials | Political Stance | Party President | Congress Seats | Members |
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New Hope | Far-Left, Anarchist | Monster Grinder | 2 (20 %) | 7 | ||
The Belgian Dream | TBD | Center, Libertarian | Maresal Lengas | 3 (30 %) | 9 | |
All TOgethers | ATO | Center-left, Libertarian | Icurlybear | 2 (20 %) | 10 | |
Democratic Socialist Party | DSP | Far-left, Totalitarian | Shotan | 2 (20 %) | 11 | |
eBelgium Democratic Community | eBDC | Center, Libertarian | Thorin II Oakenshield | 1 (10 %) | 4 | |
Res Belgica | RB | Center, Libertarian | boer jan | 0 (00 %) | 2 |
Ambassadors of Belgium
Ambassadors of Belgium is an outdated program of the society of Belgium.
Military
The Belgian Army had three big military units:
- Under unclear circumstances the Belgian Armed Forces were sold by the back then leader to Shadowukcs. Not willing to give the MU back to the state, and later dissolved, the Belgian National Army was created.
- The Belgian Civilian Army was dissolved and merged into 1 Military Unit (Belgian National Army).
- The Awesome Boot Camp does not longer exist as its member were spread over many diverse military units.
Avatar | State-owned Military Units | Commander |
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Belgian National Army | Ely.nea |
Alliances
Through it's history and mainly through the wars with France and United Kingdom, Belgium has signed Mutual Protection Pacts (MPPs) with countries, members of ONE, mainly to defend its regions. The Belgian Congress approved recently the Charter of CoT and Belgium became a full member of Circle of Trust alliance in 10/13/2012 [2].
Beginning of November 2013 Belgium left the alliance CoT just like most of it's members did and has since then taken a renewed neutral stance again. Since early 2014 the government decided to take a pro-Sirius stance.
On November 30th 2015 (Day 2932 of the New World) P.L.U.T.O. was founded by Belgium, Spain and United Kingdom[3]. MCKitkat became it's first leader
Mutual protection pacts of Belgium
Belgium has mutual protection pacts with the following countries:
Embargo list
This country doesn't have any trading embargoes at the moment. |
External links
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