Afghanistan Quick Facts…
| Official Name | Islamic Republic of Afghanistan |
| Common Name | Afghanistan – /æfˈɡæn.ɪ.stæn/ |
| Nationality | Afghan(s) – noun, Afghan – adjective |
| Independence | Received in 1919 (from United Kingdom control over Afghan foreign affairs) |
| Administrative Divisions | 34 provinces |
| Total Population | 40.1 million (#36) with 26.9% urbanized – 2024 estimate |
| Major Urban Areas | Kabul (capital city) |
| Major Languages | Pashto (official), Persian (official), Uzbek |
| Electricity Access | 97.7% of total population |
| Internet Access | 18% of total population |
| Currency | Afghanis (AFA) |
| Real GDP (PPP) | $60.8 billion – 2021 estimate |
| Real GDP per Capita | $1,500 (#215) – 2021 estimate |
| Total Area | 652,230 sq km / 251,827 sq mi (#43) with 0% water area |
| Geographic Region | Asia – Southern Asia |
| Bordering Countries | China, Iran, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan |
| Bordering Water Bodies | None |
National Anthem: “Milli Surood” (National Anthem)