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Yemen

Republic of Yemen

Region

Asia • Western Asia

Capital

Sana'a

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The flag of Yemen is composed of three equal horizontal bands of red, white and black.

The flag of Yemen is composed of three equal horizontal bands of red, white and black.

Population
29,825,968
Area
527,968 km²
Time Zone
UTC+03:00
Top-Level Domain
.ye

About Yemen

Yemen is a country located in Asia, specifically in the Western Asia region. Its capital city is Sana'a. With a population of 29,825,968, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 527,968 km², making it a large country in terms of land area. With a population density of 56.49 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official language of Yemen is Arabic, .

The currency used in Yemen is the Yemeni rial (﷼), .

Yemen is a member of the United Nations.

In Yemen, vehicles drive on the right side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+03:00 time zone.

Yemen shares its borders with 2 countries: Oman and Saudi Arabia.

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Coat of Arms

Coat of Arms of Yemen

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Sana'a
  • Continent: Asia
  • Native Name: اليَمَن
  • Demonym: Yemeni
  • Top Level Domain: .ye
  • Calling Code: +967
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Sunday

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