- France is the largest country in the European Union, with an area of 643,801 square kilometers.
- It is the third most populous country in Europe, with a population of 66.99 million people.
- The official language of France is French, which is spoken by approximately 80% of the population.
- The capital of France is Paris, which is also the largest city in the country.
- The currency of France is the Euro, which is used by 19 of the 28 member states of the European Union.
- France is a unitary semi-presidential republic, with a bicameral legislature consisting of the National Assembly and the Senate.
- The French Republic is a founding member of the United Nations, and is a member of the G7, G20, NATO, OECD, WTO, and the Latin Union.
- France is a major economic power, with a GDP of 2.6 trillion USD in 2018.
- France is a major tourist destination, with over 89 million visitors in 2018.
- France is home to some of the world’s most famous landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Palace of Versailles.
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