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Egypt

مصر‎

Egypt is a presidential republic, located in Northern Africa. Islam is the predominant religion. Its capital is Cairo. About 118.4 million people live there (2025).

Capital
Cairo
Population
118,365,995 (2025)
Region
Africa (Northern Africa)
Area
1,002,450 km²
Demonym
Egyptian
Languages
Arabic
Form of Government
Presidential republic
Religion
Islam (90%)
Christianity (10%)
Currency
Egyptian pound (EGP)
GDP
$365.3B (2025)

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