* Official Language: German is one of Belgium's three official languages, along with Dutch and French.
* Region: The German-speaking community is concentrated in the East Cantons, a small region bordering Germany.
* Bilingualism: Many people in the East Cantons are bilingual or even trilingual, speaking German, Dutch, and/or French.
* Data Collection: While there are estimates, collecting precise data on language use in Belgium is complex and not always straightforward.
Estimated figures:
* East Cantons: Approximately 70,000 - 80,000 people live in the East Cantons, with German as their main language.
* Total German Speakers: Estimates suggest that around 100,000 people in Belgium speak German as their first or main language.
It's important to note that these are estimations and the actual number could be higher or lower.