Country Profile

Formal Name: Republic of Djibouti
Local Name: République de Djibouti
Government: Semi-presidential republic
Structure: 5 regions and one city, subdivided into 11 districts
Formation: June 27, 1977 (independence from France)
Motto: Unité, Égalité, Paix (Unity, Equality, Peace)
Flag: Drapeau de Djibouti
Anthem: Djibouti
Languages: Arabic, French
Population: 865,000 (one of the least populous countries in Africa)
Area: 23,200 km2 (149th)
Currency: Franc (DJF)
Capital: Djibouti (475,000)
Codes: .dj (internet), +253 (phone)