How many countries are in Asia?

The State of Palestine claims the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and the Gaza Strip as its territory, with East Jerusalem as its declared capital.

By News Desk On Jan 9, 2025

Asia is the largest continent in the world, with 49 recognized countries. Here’s the complete list of countries in Asia:

East Asia (6 countries)

1. China

2. Japan

3. North Korea

4. South Korea

5. Mongolia

6. Taiwan

Southeast Asia (11 countries)

7. Myanmar (Burma)

8. Thailand

9. Cambodia

10. Laos

11. Vietnam

12. Malaysia

13. Singapore

14. Brunei

15. Philippines

16. Indonesia

17. Timor-Leste (East Timor)

South Asia (8 countries)

18. Afghanistan

19. Pakistan

20. India

21. Bangladesh

22. Nepal

23. Bhutan

24. Sri Lanka

25. Maldives

Central Asia (5 countries)

26. Kazakhstan

27. Uzbekistan

28. Turkmenistan

29. Kyrgyzstan

30. Tajikistan

Western Asia (Middle East) 19 countries

31. Iran

32. Iraq

33. Saudi Arabia

34. Kuwait

35. Bahrain

36. Qatar

37. United Arab Emirates

38. Oman

39. Yemen

40. Turkiye

41. Syria

42. Lebanon

43. Jordan

44. Israel

45. Palestine

46. Cyprus

47. Georgia

48. Armenia

49. Azerbaijan

Is Palestine a Country?

The status of Palestine as a country is a subject of international debate. The State of Palestine claims the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and the Gaza Strip as its territory, with East Jerusalem as its declared capital.

However, the region’s political situation is highly complex, influenced by historical events, international law, and ongoing conflict.

Recognition:

Over 135 United Nations member states and organizations, including the United Nations itself, recognize Palestine as a state.
In 2012, the UN General Assembly granted Palestine “non-member observer state status”.

Disputed Sovereignty:

Israel occupies significant parts of the territory claimed by Palestine, with ongoing disputes over borders, governance, and control.
Some countries, including the United States and several European nations, do not formally recognize Palestine as a sovereign state.

While many consider Palestine a state based on historical, cultural, and political grounds, its full sovereignty and independence remain unresolved due to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.