Djibouti, officially the Republic of Djibouti, is a country in the Horn of Africa, bordered by Somalia to the south, Ethiopia to the southwest, Eritrea in the north, and the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden to the east.

Independence Day, observed annually on June 27, is a national holiday in Djibouti. It marks the territory's declaration of independence from France.

Independence Day is associated with military parades, fireworks, concerts, fairs, and political speeches and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history and culture of Djibouti.

Current President: Ismail Omar Guelleh

Capital: Djibouti city

Currency: Djiboutian franc

Population: 1 184 076

Official language: Arabic and French

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