Countries & Historical Events

Discover the rich history of countries around the world through their key historical events

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84
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Capital: Kabul

A landlocked country in South-Central Asia, Afghanistan has a long history of conflict. It is mountainous and strategically located on ancient trade r...

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Albania
Europe
66
Events

Capital: Tirana

Located on the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, Albania is known for its mountains, beaches, and unique blend of Ottoman and Mediterranean culture.

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Algeria
Africa
50
Events

Capital: Algiers

The largest country in Africa, Algeria is rich in oil and gas resources. It has a diverse landscape of Sahara Desert, mountains, and Mediterranean coa...

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Andorra
Europe
30
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Capital: Andorra la Vella

A tiny principality in the Pyrenees between France and Spain, Andorra is famous for skiing, tourism, and tax-free shopping.

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Angola
Africa
50
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Capital: Luanda

Angola is resource-rich, especially in oil and diamonds. Emerging from decades of civil war, it has one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa.

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Antigua and Barbuda
North America
32
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Capital: St. John's

A twin-island nation famous for its beaches, sailing, and tourism-driven economy.

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Argentina
South America
67
Events

Capital: Buenos Aires

The second-largest country in South America, Argentina is famous for tango, Patagonia, football, and beef production.

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52
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Capital: Yerevan

Known for its ancient Christian heritage, Armenia is a mountainous country in the South Caucasus with a rich culture and history.

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Australia
Oceania
78
Events

Capital: Canberra

The largest country in Oceania, Australia is known for its vast outback, unique wildlife, and modern cities like Sydney and Melbourne. It has a strong...

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Austria
Europe
57
Events

Capital: Vienna

A landlocked Alpine country, Austria is known for classical music, architecture, and high living standards.

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33
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Capital: Baku

Located between Europe and Asia, Azerbaijan is rich in oil and gas resources. Its capital Baku is known for modern architecture and historic landmarks...

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Bahamas
North America
35
Events

Capital: Nassau

An archipelago of 700 islands, the Bahamas is a major tourist destination and offshore financial hub.

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42
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Capital: Manama

A small island nation in the Persian Gulf, Bahrain is a financial hub with a mixed economy of oil, finance, and tourism.

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47
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Capital: Dhaka

One of the most densely populated countries in the world, Bangladesh has a growing economy led by its garment industry and fertile river plains.

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Barbados
North America
66
Events

Capital: Bridgetown

A former British colony, Barbados is known for its beaches, rum, and cricket. It became a republic in 2021.

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Belarus
Europe
38
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Capital: Minsk

A landlocked country in Eastern Europe, Belarus has close ties to Russia and is known for forests and Soviet-era architecture.

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Belgium
Europe
51
Events

Capital: Brussels

A Western European nation famous for chocolate, waffles, and as home to the EU and NATO headquarters.

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Belize
North America
36
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Capital: Belmopan

The only English-speaking country in Central America, Belize is known for its barrier reef and Mayan ruins.

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Benin
Africa
32
Events

Capital: Porto-Novo

A West African country known for its history as the birthplace of Vodun (Voodoo) religion. Benin has a growing economy based on agriculture and trade.

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37
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Capital: Thimphu

A Himalayan kingdom known for its Gross National Happiness philosophy, Bhutan preserves its environment and culture while modernizing gradually.

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Bolivia
South America
48
Events

Capital: Sucre

A landlocked Andean nation with diverse indigenous cultures, Bolivia is rich in natural gas and lithium.

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30
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Capital: Sarajevo

Located in the Balkans, Bosnia and Herzegovina is known for Ottoman heritage, diverse culture, and the scars of the 1990s war.

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Botswana
Africa
36
Events

Capital: Gaborone

Famous for its wildlife and diamond industry, Botswana is one of Africa's most stable democracies with a strong tourism sector.

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Brazil
South America
57
Events

Capital: Brasília

The largest country in Latin America, Brazil is known for the Amazon rainforest, Carnival, football, and a diverse economy.

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31
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Capital: Bandar Seri Begawan

A wealthy nation on Borneo's island, Brunei's economy relies heavily on oil and gas. It is an Islamic monarchy with high living standards.

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Bulgaria
Europe
41
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Capital: Sofia

A Balkan nation with Black Sea coastline, Bulgaria has ancient Thracian history, Orthodox traditions, and a growing tourist industry.

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31
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Capital: Ouagadougou

A landlocked country in West Africa, Burkina Faso has a strong cultural heritage in music and art but faces challenges of poverty and security.

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Burundi
Africa
31
Events

Capital: Gitega

One of Africa's smallest nations, Burundi has a dense population and fertile lands. It faces political instability but has rich cultural traditions.

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Capital: Praia

An island nation off West Africa, Cabo Verde is known for its Creole Portuguese-African culture, music, and growing tourism industry.

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Capital: Phnom Penh

Known for Angkor Wat and Khmer heritage, Cambodia has a young population and a growing economy based on tourism and textiles.

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Cameroon
Africa
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Capital: Yaoundé

Nicknamed "Africa in miniature" for its cultural and geographical diversity, Cameroon has rainforests, savannahs, and an oil-driven economy.

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Canada
North America
0
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Capital: Ottawa

A vast country known for natural beauty, multicultural cities, and being a high-income economy.

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Capital: Bangui

A landlocked country with vast natural resources including diamonds, gold, and timber, but affected by political instability and poverty.

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Chad
Africa
0
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Capital: N'Djamena

Known as the "Dead Heart of Africa," Chad is landlocked with desert, savannah, and Lake Chad. Its economy relies heavily on oil and agriculture.

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Chile
South America
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Capital: Santiago

Stretching along the Pacific coast, Chile has deserts, mountains, and glaciers. It's a major copper exporter.

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China
Asia
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Capital: Beijing

The world's most populous country, China is a global economic powerhouse. It has ancient civilization roots and rapid modernization.

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Colombia
South America
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Capital: Bogotá

Known for coffee, emeralds, and biodiversity, Colombia has a rich cultural history and is a key Latin American economy.

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Comoros
Africa
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Capital: Moroni

A small island nation in the Indian Ocean, Comoros is known for its blend of African, Arab, and French influences. Its economy relies on agriculture a...

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Costa Rica
North America
0
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Capital: San José

Famous for ecotourism, Costa Rica has no standing army and is a global leader in sustainability.

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Croatia
Europe
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Capital: Zagreb

Known for its Adriatic coast, medieval towns, and national parks, Croatia is a popular tourist destination and EU member.

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Cuba
North America
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Capital: Havana

The largest Caribbean island, Cuba has a socialist system, rich cultural heritage, and famous music and cigars.

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Capital: Nicosia

An island nation in the eastern Mediterranean, Cyprus has a divided capital and blends Greek and Turkish influences. Tourism drives much of its econom...

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Czechia
Europe
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Capital: Prague

Famous for its historic capital Prague, Czechia is a Central European country with a strong industrial base and cultural heritage.

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Capital: Kinshasa

Africa's second-largest country by area, the DRC is rich in natural resources including cobalt and copper, but faces political instability and conflic...

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Denmark
Europe
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Capital: Copenhagen

A Scandinavian country known for its welfare system, design, and happiness rankings. Denmark includes the Faroe Islands and Greenland.

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Djibouti
Africa
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Capital: Djibouti City

Strategically located at the Red Sea entrance, Djibouti is a hub for international shipping and hosts military bases from several countries.

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Dominica
North America
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Capital: Roseau

Known as the "Nature Island," Dominica is mountainous, with rainforests, rivers, and geothermal features.

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Dominican Republic
North America
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Capital: Santo Domingo

A popular tourist destination with beaches and resorts, the DR also has a strong cultural and sporting heritage.

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Ecuador
South America
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Capital: Quito

Named after the equator, Ecuador is home to the Galápagos Islands, Andes mountains, and Amazon rainforest.

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Egypt
Africa
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Capital: Cairo

A historic country with ancient civilization landmarks like the Pyramids and Nile River. Egypt bridges Africa and the Middle East, with a strong touri...

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El Salvador
North America
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Capital: San Salvador

The smallest country in Central America, El Salvador is known for its volcanoes, coffee, and adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender.

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Capital: Malabo

One of Africa's smallest countries, Equatorial Guinea is oil-rich but has stark economic inequality. It consists of mainland territory and offshore is...

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Eritrea
Africa
0
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Capital: Asmara

Located in the Horn of Africa, Eritrea has a long coastline on the Red Sea. It is known for its rich history, Italian-era architecture, and strict gov...

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Estonia
Europe
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Capital: Tallinn

A Baltic nation with strong digital infrastructure, Estonia is known for its medieval old towns, forests, and being a global leader in e-government.

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Eswatini
Africa
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Capital: Mbabane

One of Africa's last absolute monarchies, Eswatini is a small, landlocked country with a culture rooted in tradition and a growing tourism sector.

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Ethiopia
Africa
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Capital: Addis Ababa

One of the oldest nations in the world, Ethiopia is known for its history, coffee, and diverse cultures. It is landlocked and has the second-largest p...

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Finland
Europe
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Capital: Helsinki

A Nordic country known for its thousands of lakes, forests, and high standard of living. Finland consistently ranks among the happiest nations.

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France
Europe
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Capital: Paris

One of the world's most influential countries, France is known for art, fashion, cuisine, and its global political and cultural impact.

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Gabon
Africa
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Capital: Libreville

Located on Central Africa's Atlantic coast, Gabon is rich in oil and natural resources. It has large rainforest reserves and a relatively high income ...

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Gambia
Africa
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Capital: Banjul

The smallest country on mainland Africa, The Gambia follows the Gambia River. It's known for agriculture, tourism, and vibrant cultural traditions.

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Capital: Tbilisi

A country at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Georgia is known for its mountains, wine traditions, and ancient Christian heritage.

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Germany
Europe
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Capital: Berlin

Europe's largest economy, Germany is known for engineering, industry, and cultural contributions. It plays a leading role in the EU.

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Ghana
Africa
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Capital: Accra

A West African country with a rich history, Ghana was the first sub-Saharan African nation to gain independence. It has a stable democracy and a growi...

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Greece
Europe
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Capital: Athens

The birthplace of democracy and Western philosophy, Greece is famous for its islands, ancient ruins, and Mediterranean culture.

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Grenada
North America
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Capital: St. George's

Known as the "Spice Isle" for its nutmeg and mace, Grenada is famous for its beaches and tourism.

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Guatemala
North America
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Capital: Guatemala City

Rich in Mayan heritage, Guatemala has mountains, volcanoes, and a growing economy driven by agriculture and exports.

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Guinea
Africa
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Capital: Conakry

Known for its mineral resources, especially bauxite, Guinea has lush landscapes but faces challenges of poverty and political instability.

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Capital: Bissau

A small coastal country, Guinea-Bissau is known for its biodiversity and the Bijagós Archipelago. It faces economic struggles and political instabilit...

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Guyana
South America
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Capital: Georgetown

The only English-speaking country in South America, Guyana is culturally Caribbean and recently discovered vast offshore oil reserves.

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Haiti
North America
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Capital: Port-au-Prince

The first independent Black republic (1804), Haiti has a strong cultural identity but faces political instability and natural disasters.

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Honduras
North America
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Capital: Tegucigalpa

Known for its mountains, rainforests, and Caribbean coast, Honduras has challenges with poverty but is rich in natural resources.

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Hungary
Europe
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Capital: Budapest

A Central European nation known for the Danube River, thermal baths, and rich history. Hungary has a growing economy and vibrant cultural traditions.

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Iceland
Europe
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Capital: Reykjavik

A Nordic island nation with volcanic landscapes, glaciers, and hot springs. Iceland has a high standard of living and strong renewable energy use.

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India
Asia
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Capital: New Delhi

The world's most populous country, India is a diverse nation with a fast-growing economy, rich cultural history, and major influence in global affairs...

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Capital: Jakarta

The largest archipelago nation, Indonesia spans thousands of islands including Java, Sumatra, and Bali. It has a vibrant economy and cultural diversit...

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Iran
Asia
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Capital: Tehran

With a history dating back to ancient Persia, Iran is a Middle Eastern country rich in oil, culture, and architecture, but affected by international s...

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Iraq
Asia
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Capital: Baghdad

Known as the "Cradle of Civilization" (Mesopotamia), Iraq is rich in history and oil but has faced decades of conflict and instability.

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Ireland
Europe
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Capital: Dublin

Known as the Emerald Isle, Ireland has a rich cultural heritage in literature and music. It has a strong economy and is a hub for global tech companie...

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Capital: Jerusalem

A technologically advanced nation in the Middle East, Israel has religious significance for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

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Italy
Europe
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Capital: Rome

Famous for its Roman history, Renaissance art, cuisine, and fashion, Italy is a cultural powerhouse with diverse regions and landscapes.

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Capital: Yamoussoukro

One of the world's largest cocoa producers, Ivory Coast is a key economic hub in West Africa with a diverse culture and growing infrastructure.

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Jamaica
North America
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Capital: Kingston

Famous for reggae, sprinting legends, and vibrant culture. Jamaica's economy is driven by tourism and bauxite mining.

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Japan
Asia
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Capital: Tokyo

An island nation in East Asia, Japan is known for its advanced technology, anime culture, and historic traditions alongside modern cities.

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Capital: Amman

Home to Petra and the Dead Sea, Jordan is a stable Middle Eastern country despite limited natural resources.

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Capital: Astana

The world's ninth-largest country, Kazakhstan is rich in oil, gas, and minerals. It blends nomadic traditions with modern development.

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Kenya
Africa
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Capital: Nairobi

Known for its wildlife safaris, Kenya has a diverse economy including agriculture, technology, and tourism. It is also home to the Great Rift Valley.

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Kosovo
Europe
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Capital: Pristina

A partially recognized state in the Balkans, Kosovo declared independence from Serbia in 2008. It has a young population and developing economy.

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Capital: Kuwait City

A wealthy Gulf nation, Kuwait has one of the world's largest oil reserves. It has a high-income economy and a mix of Arab and modern culture.

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Capital: Bishkek

A mountainous, landlocked nation in Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan is known for its nomadic traditions, alpine lakes, and rugged terrain.

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Laos
Asia
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Capital: Vientiane

A landlocked country in Southeast Asia, Laos is known for its Buddhist culture, Mekong River landscapes, and hydropower projects.

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Latvia
Europe
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Capital: Riga

A Baltic nation with medieval towns and forests, Latvia is known for its Art Nouveau architecture and rich folk traditions.

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Capital: Beirut

Famous for its ancient history and Mediterranean coastline, Lebanon has faced political and economic instability but remains culturally influential.

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Lesotho
Africa
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Capital: Maseru

A landlocked country entirely surrounded by South Africa, Lesotho is mountainous and known as the "Kingdom in the Sky."

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Liberia
Africa
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Capital: Monrovia

Founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century, Liberia has a unique history. It has struggled with civil wars but is rebuilding its democracy.

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Libya
Africa
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Capital: Tripoli

Rich in oil reserves, Libya has vast desert landscapes. Since 2011, it has faced political instability and conflict following the fall of Muammar Gadd...

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Capital: Vaduz

A tiny principality in the Alps, Liechtenstein is wealthy, known for banking and industry, and surrounded by Switzerland and Austria.

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Capital: Vilnius

The largest Baltic state, Lithuania has a strong historical identity, Catholic traditions, and a growing tech sector.

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Capital: Luxembourg City

A small but wealthy country, Luxembourg is a global financial center and one of the EU's founding members.

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Capital: Antananarivo

The world's fourth-largest island, Madagascar is famous for its unique wildlife and biodiversity. Agriculture, particularly vanilla, plays a key role ...

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Malawi
Africa
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Capital: Lilongwe

Known as the "Warm Heart of Africa," Malawi is famous for Lake Malawi, which covers much of its eastern border. The economy is largely agricultural.

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Capital: Kuala Lumpur

A diverse Southeast Asian nation split between the Malay Peninsula and Borneo. Known for multiculturalism, palm oil exports, and modern cities.

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Capital: Malé

A chain of atolls in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is a luxury tourism hotspot, but highly vulnerable to rising sea levels.

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Mali
Africa
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Capital: Bamako

A landlocked West African country, Mali is home to the historic city of Timbuktu. It faces challenges with desertification and political instability.

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Malta
Europe
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Capital: Valletta

An island nation in the Mediterranean, Malta has a rich history of fortresses and temples. It is a popular tourist destination and EU member.

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Capital: Nouakchott

Located in the Sahara Desert and Sahel, Mauritania is rich in minerals like iron ore but has widespread poverty.

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Capital: Port Louis

An island nation in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is known for its beaches, multicultural society, and as one of Africa's most stable economies.

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Mexico
North America
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Capital: Mexico City

A diverse nation with ancient civilizations, vibrant traditions, and strong manufacturing industries. Mexico is the most populous Spanish-speaking cou...

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Moldova
Europe
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Capital: Chișinău

A landlocked country between Romania and Ukraine, Moldova is known for its wine production and faces economic development challenges.

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Monaco
Europe
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Capital: Monaco

The second-smallest country in the world, Monaco is famous for its luxury, casinos, Formula 1 Grand Prix, and as a tax haven.

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Capital: Ulaanbaatar

Known for its vast steppes and nomadic heritage, Mongolia has a low population density and a growing mining industry.

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Capital: Podgorica

A Balkan nation on the Adriatic, Montenegro is known for its mountains, medieval villages, and stunning coastline.

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Morocco
Africa
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Capital: Rabat

With a mix of Arab, Berber, and European influences, Morocco is famous for cities like Marrakech and Casablanca, as well as the Atlas Mountains and Sa...

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Capital: Maputo

Located on the southeast coast, Mozambique is known for its long Indian Ocean coastline. It has vast natural gas reserves but faces economic challenge...

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Capital: Naypyidaw

With a rich Buddhist culture and colonial history, Myanmar has faced political upheavals and ongoing conflicts.

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Namibia
Africa
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Capital: Windhoek

Namibia is known for the Namib Desert, wildlife, and German colonial heritage. Its economy relies on mining and tourism.

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Nepal
Asia
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Capital: Kathmandu

Home to Mount Everest and the Himalayas, Nepal is a landlocked country with a strong cultural identity rooted in Hinduism and Buddhism.

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Capital: Amsterdam

Known for windmills, tulips, canals, and progressive policies, the Netherlands is a key EU member with a strong trading economy.

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Capital: Wellington

Famous for its natural beauty, Maori culture, and vibrant cities like Auckland, New Zealand has a strong agricultural base and is a leader in sustaina...

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Nicaragua
North America
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Capital: Managua

Known for its lakes and volcanoes, Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America but one of the poorest.

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Niger
Africa
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Capital: Niamey

A landlocked Sahel nation, Niger faces desertification and poverty but has significant uranium resources.

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Nigeria
Africa
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Capital: Abuja

Africa's most populous country, Nigeria is rich in oil and culture. It has a vibrant film industry (Nollywood) and diverse ethnic groups.

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Capital: Pyongyang

Officially known as the DPRK, North Korea is a highly secretive state with a command economy, isolated from much of the world.

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Capital: Skopje

A Balkan country with a mix of ancient and Ottoman heritage, North Macedonia joined NATO in 2020 and is a candidate for EU membership.

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Norway
Europe
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Capital: Oslo

A Nordic country famous for its fjords, mountains, and high standard of living. Norway is rich in oil and gas and often ranks among the happiest natio...

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Oman
Asia
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Capital: Muscat

Known for its deserts, mountains, and coastline, Oman is a Gulf nation with a stable government and a mix of traditional and modern culture.

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Capital: Islamabad

A diverse nation with mountains, deserts, and fertile plains. Pakistan is rich in history, home to the Indus Valley Civilization, and has a growing ec...

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Palau
Oceania
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Capital: Ngerulmud

A nation of over 500 islands, Palau is celebrated for its pristine marine environments and scuba diving spots. It maintains close ties with the U.S.

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Capital: Ramallah

Composed of the West Bank and Gaza Strip, Palestine has a long-standing political conflict with Israel but is culturally rich and historically signifi...

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Panama
North America
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Capital: Panama City

Famous for the Panama Canal, this country connects North and South America and is a major financial and logistics hub.

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Capital: Port Moresby

Known for its cultural diversity with over 800 languages, Papua New Guinea is rich in natural resources but faces infrastructure and development chall...

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Paraguay
South America
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Capital: Asunción

A landlocked country in central South America, Paraguay has a strong reliance on hydroelectric power and agriculture.

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Peru
South America
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Capital: Lima

Home to Machu Picchu and the Inca Empire, Peru has diverse geography from the Andes to the Amazon.

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Capital: Manila

An archipelago of over 7,600 islands, the Philippines has a dynamic culture influenced by Asian and Western traditions, and a strong BPO economy.

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Poland
Europe
56
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Capital: Warsaw

A Central European nation with a strong economy, Poland has a rich history and has become an important EU member in recent decades.

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Portugal
Europe
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Capital: Lisbon

Known for its maritime history, Portugal is famous for explorers, fado music, and beautiful Atlantic coastlines.

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Qatar
Asia
29
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Capital: Doha

A wealthy Gulf state with vast natural gas reserves, Qatar is known for its modern skyline and as host of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

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Capital: Brazzaville

Known as Congo-Brazzaville, this country has a resource-based economy, especially oil, and shares the Congo River with its larger neighbor, the DRC.

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Romania
Europe
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Capital: Bucharest

A Southeastern European country known for Transylvania, medieval castles, and Carpathian landscapes. Romania is a growing EU economy.

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Russia
Europe
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Capital: Moscow

The world's largest country by area, Russia spans two continents. It has vast natural resources and plays a major role in global politics.

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Rwanda
Africa
36
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Capital: Kigali

Known as the "Land of a Thousand Hills," Rwanda has rebuilt after the 1994 genocide into one of Africa's fastest-growing economies, with a strong focu...

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Capital: Basseterre

The smallest sovereign state in the Western Hemisphere, St. Kitts and Nevis is known for tourism and its citizenship-by-investment program.

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Saint Lucia
North America
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Capital: Castries

Famous for the Pitons mountains, St. Lucia is a volcanic island nation with an economy centered on tourism and bananas.

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Capital: Kingstown

A small island nation with a strong agricultural tradition, particularly bananas, and a growing tourism sector.

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Samoa
Oceania
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Capital: Apia

Samoa is known for its Polynesian traditions, rugby, and natural beauty. The economy relies on agriculture, remittances, and tourism.

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Capital: San Marino

One of the world's oldest republics, San Marino is a tiny enclave within Italy, known for medieval architecture and tourism.

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Capital: São Tomé

One of Africa's smallest nations, São Tomé and Príncipe is an island country in the Gulf of Guinea, known for cocoa production and biodiversity.

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Capital: Riyadh

The birthplace of Islam, Saudi Arabia is home to Mecca and Medina. It is a major oil exporter and is diversifying its economy under Vision 2030.

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Senegal
Africa
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Capital: Dakar

A West African nation with a vibrant culture and history, Senegal is known for its music, Goree Island, and stable democracy.

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Serbia
Europe
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Capital: Belgrade

A Balkan country with a long history, Serbia is known for its cultural heritage and as the former core of Yugoslavia.

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Capital: Victoria

An Indian Ocean island nation, Seychelles is known for luxury tourism, pristine beaches, and rare wildlife.

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Capital: Freetown

Known for its diamonds and beaches, Sierra Leone has recovered from a brutal civil war and Ebola outbreak, and is rebuilding steadily.

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Capital: Singapore

A global financial hub, Singapore is a highly developed city-state known for its efficiency, multicultural society, and modern skyline.

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Slovakia
Europe
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Capital: Bratislava

A Central European country known for its castles, mountains, and medieval towns. Slovakia is a member of the EU and Eurozone.

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Slovenia
Europe
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Capital: Ljubljana

A small Alpine country with Adriatic coastline, Slovenia is known for its natural beauty and high quality of life.

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Capital: Honiara

An island nation of 900 islands, the Solomon Islands played a key role in WWII. It relies on agriculture, forestry, and fishing.

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Somalia
Africa
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Capital: Mogadishu

Located in the Horn of Africa, Somalia has the longest coastline in mainland Africa. It faces political challenges but has a rich cultural and trading...

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Capital: Pretoria

Africa's most industrialized nation, South Africa is known for its diverse cultures, wildlife, and history of apartheid. It has strong mining and tour...

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Capital: Seoul

A high-tech economy known for K-pop, technology giants, and rapid development. South Korea is a key player in global culture and trade.

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Capital: Juba

The world's newest country, independent since 2011, South Sudan is rich in oil but has faced ongoing conflict and humanitarian crises.

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Spain
Europe
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Capital: Madrid

Known for its cultural diversity, Spain is famous for flamenco, football, Mediterranean beaches, and historical cities.

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Capital: Colombo

An island nation in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is known for its tea, beaches, and ancient Buddhist sites. It has faced civil war and economic challen...

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Sudan
Africa
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Capital: Khartoum

Once Africa's largest country before South Sudan's independence, Sudan has a long Nile River presence but struggles with political unrest and conflict...

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Suriname
South America
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Capital: Paramaribo

A small country with Dutch colonial heritage, Suriname is culturally diverse and covered largely by rainforest.

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Sweden
Europe
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Capital: Stockholm

A Scandinavian nation known for innovation, design, and social welfare. Sweden is rich in forests and lakes and consistently ranks high in quality of ...

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Capital: Bern

Famous for its neutrality, Alps, banking, and chocolate. Switzerland has a high-income economy and multilingual culture.

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Syria
Asia
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Capital: Damascus

One of the world's oldest inhabited regions, Syria has faced a devastating civil war since 2011. It remains culturally and historically important.

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Capital: Taipei

A highly developed island with advanced technology industries. Taiwan's political status is disputed, but it is a global leader in semiconductor manuf...

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Capital: Dushanbe

A mountainous, landlocked country in Central Asia, Tajikistan is known for its rugged terrain and reliance on remittances.

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Tanzania
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Capital: Dodoma

Home to Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, and Zanzibar, Tanzania is a major tourism hub with a strong agricultural base.

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Capital: Bangkok

A popular tourist destination, Thailand is known for its beaches, temples, and cuisine. It has a strong manufacturing and service economy.

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Capital: Dili

One of the youngest countries in Asia, Timor-Leste gained independence in 2002. It is developing its oil and gas sectors alongside agriculture.

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Togo
Africa
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Capital: Lomé

A small West African nation with a mix of cultures, Togo relies on agriculture and phosphate mining.

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Tonga
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Capital: Nukuʻalofa

A Polynesian kingdom of more than 170 islands, Tonga is the only Pacific monarchy. Its culture is deeply rooted in tradition and Christianity.

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Trinidad and Tobago
North America
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Capital: Port of Spain

An energy-rich twin-island nation, Trinidad and Tobago is known for its Carnival, calypso, and steelpan music.

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Tunisia
Africa
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Capital: Tunis

Located in North Africa, Tunisia is known for its Mediterranean coast, Roman ruins, and role in the Arab Spring.

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Capital: Ankara

A transcontinental nation bridging Europe and Asia, Turkey has a rich cultural heritage from the Ottoman Empire and is strategically important.

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Capital: Ashgabat

A desert nation rich in natural gas, Turkmenistan is one of the most closed-off countries in the world.

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Tuvalu
Oceania
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Capital: Funafuti

One of the world's smallest and least populated countries, Tuvalu is highly vulnerable to rising sea levels and relies heavily on foreign aid.

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Uganda
Africa
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Capital: Kampala

A landlocked East African country, Uganda is known for its lakes, wildlife, and being the source of the Nile. Agriculture dominates the economy.

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Ukraine
Europe
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Capital: Kyiv

The largest country entirely in Europe, Ukraine has fertile farmland and rich history. Since 2022, it has been resisting Russia's invasion.

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Capital: Abu Dhabi

A federation of seven emirates, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the UAE is a global hub for finance, tourism, and trade.

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Capital: London

Made up of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the UK has a global cultural, political, and economic impact.

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United States
North America
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Capital: Washington, D.C.

The world's largest economy and most influential country in politics, culture, and technology. Known for diversity and innovation.

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Uruguay
South America
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Capital: Montevideo

Known for its beaches, democracy, and progressive policies, Uruguay has a stable economy and high living standards.

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Capital: Tashkent

Known for its Silk Road cities like Samarkand and Bukhara, Uzbekistan is resource-rich and has a growing economy.

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Vanuatu
Oceania
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Capital: Port Vila

An island nation with active volcanoes, Vanuatu is known for its diverse culture and strong traditions. Its economy depends on agriculture, tourism, a...

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Capital: Vatican City

The world's smallest independent state, Vatican City is the spiritual center of the Catholic Church and the residence of the Pope.

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Venezuela
South America
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Capital: Caracas

Rich in oil reserves, Venezuela has faced political and economic crises but remains known for its natural beauty, including Angel Falls.

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Capital: Hanoi

A rapidly developing country, Vietnam is known for its history, cuisine, and economic growth driven by manufacturing and exports.

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Yemen
Asia
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Capital: Sana'a

Located at the southern end of the Arabian Peninsula, Yemen has a rich history but faces ongoing humanitarian crises due to conflict.

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Zambia
Africa
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Capital: Lusaka

Famous for Victoria Falls and copper mining, Zambia is a landlocked country with rich natural resources.

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Zimbabwe
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Capital: Harare

Known for Victoria Falls, Great Zimbabwe ruins, and rich mineral resources. The country faces economic challenges but has cultural and natural treasur...