Djibouti (Republic of Djibouti) is a sovereign state located in East Africa, on the coast of the Red Sea, and borders Eritrea to the north and northeast, Ethiopia to the west and south, Somalia to the southeast, and also has a short Red Sea coast to the north.
The capital of the country is the city of Djibouti.
The form of government is a republic with a presidential form of government. The head of state is the president, who is elected through elections.
The climate is subtropical, arid. It is hot and dry here throughout the year. Temperatures rise to very high values, especially during the summer months. Most of the country is deserts and semi-deserts.
The population is 1,020,446 people (2022).
The official languages in Djibouti are Arabic and French. French is used in education and official documents. Arabic is also widely used in everyday communication, especially among the population who know this language.
Djibouti is strategically located at the crossroads of Africa and Asia and serves as an important trade and transport hub. The country's main port, Dorale Port, is one of the largest and busiest in the region.
Tourism also plays a role in the country's economy. Djibouti attracts tourists with its natural beauty and diving.
The standard of living in Djibouti varies, but is generally considered average. There are differences in income levels and access to services across the country depending on location and social status.
The healthcare system is of an average level, but is actively developing. In the capital and cities, access to medical services is better than in remote areas.
The country is investing in educational infrastructure and programs to support education, but overall the level of education is still considered average.
In Djibouti, there is no citizenship by birth within the country. Only if one or both parents are citizens of that country, their children also have the right to citizenship. There is also no citizenship-by-investment program here, so those wishing to become citizens must go through the naturalization process or marry a Djiboutian citizen.
