Philippe was 39 when he married. He was heir to the Belgian throne, and that's quite old for a Crown Prince to marry, but unlike his father King Albert, no sexual scandals in his past. There's nothing wrong with Philippe as far as I can see. Perhaps a bit staid and dull but that's it. At least this King and Queen have a stable and loving marriage. Due to various things, Philippe's parents did not for many years.
Belgium has various problems, not least of which is a divided language/culture. There have also been political crises. I think some thought that Philippe wasn't the sort of person who could unify and inspire, but I think he's done OK.
Belgium has various problems, not least of which is a divided language/culture. There have also been political crises. I think some thought that Philippe wasn't the sort of person who could unify and inspire, but I think he's done OK.