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Djibouti

Djibouti is a country in Eastern Africa, covering about 23,200 kmยฒ (8,958 sq mi). Its capital is Djibouti. It shares a land border with Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia.

Capital
Djibouti
Continent
Africa
Region
Eastern Africa
Area
23,200 kmยฒ
Languages
Arabic and French
Currency
Djiboutian franc
Calling code
+253
Internet domain
.dj
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Countries bordering Djibouti

Does Djibouti count as a country?

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