中華人民共和國

China

Quick Facts:

China's full official name is the People's Republic of China, contrasting the Republic of China or Taiwan.

China is currently the most populous nation in the world. India is the second and is catching up to it.

China's five stars represent the Communist Party (largest star), and the following classes: workers, peasants, petty bourgeoisie, bourgeoisie.

China is on the UN Security Council, and is a permanent, veto-wielding member.

Government:

President of China: Hu Jintao 

History: In the pre-Modern era, China was in constant transition of dynasties. There were more than 10 dynasties in Chinese history. The last dynasty can be known as a foreign dynasty, because the Manchus ruled China.

25 Countries that recognize Taiwan as the legitimate China - The Solomon Islands may switch recognition over to the People's Republic of China soon!

Belize, Burkina Faso, Chad, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, The Gambia, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Kiribati, Malawi, Marshall Islands, Nauru Nicaragua, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, São Tomé and Príncipe, Solomon Islands, Swaziland, Tuvalu, Vatican City

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