Republic of Nicaragua

Nicaragua is a Central American country bordered by Honduras to the north, Costa Rica to the south, the Caribbean Sea to the east, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. It is known for its volcanoes, lakes, and colonial cities, with Lake Nicaragua being the largest lake in Central America. The capital and largest city is Managua, serving as the political, economic, and cultural center. Nicaragua’s economy is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism, with coffee, beef, and gold being key exports. It is a unitary presidential republic, and its history includes political instability and economic challenges. The country is a member of the United Nations (UN), the Organization of American States (OAS), the Central American Integration System (SICA), the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA), and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), maintaining strong regional and international ties.