🔶 The Republic of Singapore, commonly known as Singapore, is an island nation in Southeast Asia. It's a crucial transshipment hub and a major aviation center connecting Asia, Europe, Africa, and Oceania. Singapore's political system is a parliamentary republic, with Singapore City as its capital. As of 2022, Singapore's total population was about 5.64 million, with 4.07 million citizens and permanent residents. Chinese make up about 74% of the population. The main ethnic groups are Chinese, Malay, and Indian.
🔶 On August 9, 1965, Singapore separated from Malaysia and established the Republic of Singapore. It's one of the Four Asian Tigers and ranks first in the world for urban infrastructure.
🔶 The flag of the Republic of Singapore, also known as the Crescent and Stars flag, consists of two equal horizontal rectangles, red above white. The aspect ratio is 3:2. In the upper left corner, there's a white crescent moon and five white five-pointed stars. The national flag is the most visible symbol of Singapore's nationhood, reflecting its ideals, beliefs, and values.
🔶 Singapore City, the capital of the Republic of Singapore, is located at the southern tip of Singapore Island. It's the world's largest port and a major international financial center. The city ranks first globally in urban infrastructure.
🔶 Singapore is situated at the southern end of the Malay Peninsula, at the entrance of the Strait of Malacca. It consists of Singapore Island and 63 nearby islets, with Singapore Island making up 88.5% of the country's total area. Singapore Island measures about 50 kilometers east to west and 26 kilometers north to south. As of 2023, the country's total land area is 735.2 square kilometers.
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