United Arab Republic

Proper noun

Meaning

Former (1958-61) country in the Middle East composed of the modern states of Egypt and Syria.

Former (1961-71) official name of Egypt after Syria left the union.

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Geography main Egypt Syria If ranked today, the United Arab Republic would be the 25th largest nation on the planet (Egypt is 30th and Syria is 88th). Source: Internet

Following a plebiscite on 21 February 1958, the United Arab Republic was established by a union of Egypt and Syria and continued as a single member. Source: Internet

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