🇨🇳 China
People's Republic of China
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About country
China is a country in East Asia, the second most populous in the world, with over 1.4 billion people. Its history stretches back millennia, with the first human settlements appearing during the Paleolithic era and the emergence of dynastic states in the Yellow River basin by the 2nd millennium BCE. The country's vast geography encompasses diverse landscapes, from the Himalayas to the Pacific Ocean, and borders fourteen other nations. China's economic rise in recent decades has transformed it into a global superpower, driven by manufacturing and trade. The nation continues to grapple with issues of population growth, urbanization, and its role on the international stage.
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CNCHN