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May 31, 2024 · The results risk sending the small yet fragmented country into a months-long institutional standstill over who holds the power. It already holds the world record of longest period without a government — it needed 541 days in 2010-2011 to get it done.
Sep 24, 2023 · When a country holds the world record for time taken to form a government, you know its politics is complicated. So whether you’ve just arrived in its capital or just want to appear a bit smarter with your local neighbors, here’s what you need to know about politics in Belgium.
- Barbara Moens
May 26, 2024 · Divided Belgium pulled to political extremes. Far-right and far-left parties set to become largest forces in parliament after June 9 vote. Paul Magnette, left, head of the Socialist Party has...
Jul 21, 2023 · Sooner rather than later, Belgium may cease to exist. The small Western European state that hosts the headquarters of the EU and NATO has long had a dysfunctional national political life. It holds the world record for the longest time taken to form a government during coalition talks — over 500 days.
- Barbara Moens
Feb 15, 2024 · The forecasted results suggest a highly fragmented electorate, with no single party poised to claim an outright majority. The New Flemish Alliance (N-VA) and the Socialist Party (PS) are...
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The shape of a state is determined by the political boundaries and geography that determine its territory, and that shape impacts the politics and economies of the state. The six categories of state shapes are: compact; elongated or attenuated; fragmented; prorupted or protruded; perforated; and compound or complex.