madagascar

Madagascar, officially the Republic of Madagascar, is an island country that includes the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands. Lying off the southeastern coast of Africa, it is the world's fourth largest island, the second-largest island country, and the 46th largest country overall. Its capital and largest city is Antananarivo.
  • Official languages: Malagasy • French
  • Government: Unitary semi-presidential republic
  • Legislature: Parliament
  • Currency: Ariary (MGA)
  • Capital and largest city: Antananarivo
  • Ethnic groups (2017): 26% Merina · 15% Betsimisaraka · 12% Betsileo · 7% Tsimihety · 6% Sakalava · 5% Antaisaka · 5% Antandroy · 24% others
  • Calling code: +261

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