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Mali’s ruling junta appointed a new prime minister from the ranks of the military generals, a day after firing his predecessor for criticising the military regime.
Location |
A landlocked country in West Africa, bordered by Algeria, Niger, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Guinea, Senegal, and Mauritania. |
Total Area |
It is the 8th largest country in Africa. |
Major Rivers |
Niger River and Senegal River, are essential for agriculture, fishing, and transportation. |
Topography |
Mostly flat to rolling plains; the northern region is dominated by the Sahara Desert. |
Desert |
The Sahara Desert covers the northern two-thirds of the country. |
Mountain Range |
Adrar des Ifoghas in the northeast, known for rocky plateaus and valleys. |
Highest Point |
Mount Hombori is located in the central region. |
Climate |
Arid to semi-arid; hot and dry in the north, with a tropical climate in the southern regions. |
Vegetation |
Sparse vegetation in the north; savanna and forests in the southern and central regions. |
Natural Resources |
Gold, salt, phosphates, limestone, and uranium. |
Regions |
Divided into three ecological zones: Sahara (north), Sahel (central), and Sudanian savanna (south). |
Biodiversity |
Home to diverse wildlife including elephants, lions, hippos, and various bird species. |
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Senegal’s ruling party won over three-quarters of parliamentary seats in weekend elections, according to national provisional results.
Location |
West Africa, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west. |
Neighboring Countries |
Mauritania (north), Mali (east), Guinea and Guinea-Bissau (south), The Gambia (enclave). |
Climate |
Tropical, with distinct wet and dry seasons. |
Major Rivers |
Senegal River (forms northern border), Gambia River, Casamance River. |
Topography |
Generally low-lying, with rolling plains and a few highlands in the southeast. |
Highest Point |
Nepen Diakha in the southeastern region near the Guinea border. |
Major Cities |
Dakar (capital), Saint-Louis, Touba, Thiès, Kaolack. |
Natural Resources |
Fish, phosphates, iron ore, gold, oil, natural gas. |
Ecoregions |
Sahelian region in the north, Sudanian savanna in the center, and Guinean forest zone in the south. |
Biodiversity |
Includes Niokolo-Koba National Park, home to diverse flora and fauna like lions, hippos, and antelopes. |
Islands |
Saloum Delta, Île de Gorée, Îles de la Madeleine. |
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Raksha Mantri met his Japan counterpart Mr Gen Nakatani and Secretary of National Defence (Defence Minister) of the Philippines Mr Gilberto Teodoro on the final day of his three-day visit to Vientiane, Lao PDR.
Location |
A landlocked country in Southeast Asia, bordered by China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar. |
Topography |
Predominantly mountainous with rugged terrain, including the Annamite Range. |
Highest Point |
Phou Bia, at 2,819 meters above sea level. |
Major River |
Mekong River, which flows along its western border and is vital for transportation, agriculture, and fishing. |
Plains |
Lowland plains found along the Mekong River valley, supporting agriculture. |
Forests |
Rich in tropical and subtropical forests, covering a significant portion of the country. |
Climate |
Tropical monsoon climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. |
Natural Resources |
Includes timber, hydropower potential, minerals (copper, gold, tin), and fertile land. |
Biodiversity |
High biodiversity with numerous protected areas and species endemic to the region. |
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q.Which of the following countries does Laos share a border with?
Select the correct answer using the code below: (a) 1, 2, 3, 4 (b) 1, 2, 4, 5 (c) 2, 3, 4, 5 (d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Answer: d Explanation Laos is bounded to the north by China, to the northeast and east by Vietnam, to the south by Cambodia, to the west by Thailand, and to the northwest by Myanmar (Burma). |
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