🇪🇬 Egypt
Arab Republic of Egypt
Basic Information
Capital
Cairo
Region
Africa
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Northern Africa
Population
107,051,633
Area
1,010,408 km²
Currencies
Egyptian pound (£)
Languages
Arabic
About country
Egypt is a transcontinental country spanning the northeast corner of Africa and southwest corner of Asia. It boasts a rich history, tracing its heritage back to the 6th–4th millennia BCE along the Nile Delta. Considered a cradle of civilization, Ancient Egypt pioneered advancements in writing, agriculture, and governance. Today, Egypt is the most populous country in the Arab world, with a rapidly growing population and a diverse economy. Its strategic location and historical significance continue to shape its role in regional and global affairs.
Political Information
System of Government
Semi-presidential Republic
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes
Codes & Identifiers
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
EGISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
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