The Republic of Messier 64 is a colossal, safe nation, notable for its burgeoning eagle population. The quiet, industrious population of 3.112 billion Messier 64ians enjoy extensive civil rights and enjoy a level of social equality free from the usual accompanying government corruption.

The medium-sized, liberal, socially-minded government juggles the competing demands of Defense, Law & Order, and Welfare. The average income tax rate is 25.3%, but much higher for the wealthy.

The sizeable but underdeveloped Messier 64ian economy, worth 82.4 trillion guilders a year, is led by the Beef-Based Agriculture industry, with major contributions from Cheese Exports, Furniture Restoration, and Retail. Black market activity is notable. State-owned companies are common. Average income is 26,488 guilders, and distributed extremely evenly, with little difference between the richest and poorest citizens.

Crime is well under control, thanks to a capable police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Messier 64's national animal is the eagle.

Messier 64 is ranked 148,780^th in the world and 21^st in Mirror World 99 for Largest Trout Fishing Sector, scoring 1,572.47 on the Nemo Depletion Efficiency Index.