2011: The Black Tide strikes the Low Countries, leaving a morass of toxic sludge in its wake.
2016: After a referendum, Wallonia, declares independence from Flanders. The country of Belgium ceases to exist.
2018: The Brussels European City (Brussels E.C.) forms under the control of the EU. Though a true independent city, its status is still deputed between Flanders and Wallonia for years to come.
2028: After years of economic recession, Wallonia joins France as a semi-autonomous region.
19 marca 2043: The Netherlands and Flanders merge and form the United Netherlands. Major changes are made to the old social, legal and economic laws.
http://pl.shadowrun.wikia.com/wiki/Netherlands