Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Belgium and Japan?

Accepted Answer

Belgium and Japan are evenly matched, with 9 indicator wins each. The comparison covers GDP, population, life expectancy, R&D, patents, CO₂ emissions, and more — sourced from the World Bank.

Question 2

How do Belgium and Japan compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a GDP of $725.5 billion, while Japan has $4.4 trillion. Japan leads on this indicator.

Question 3

How do Belgium and Japan compare on GDP per Capita?

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a GDP per Capita of $60,750.274, while Japan has $35,951.045. Belgium leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Belgium and Japan compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a Population of 11.9 million, while Japan has 124.0 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Belgium and Japan compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a Life Expectancy of 82.4, while Japan has 84.0. Japan leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Belgium and Japan compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a GDP Growth of 1.0%, while Japan has 1.2%. Japan leads on this indicator.

Economy — 2–4

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 3–2

Environment — 2–1

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 0–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 1–1