The People's Republic of China is the third largest country in the world in total area, whereas the largest country entirely in Asia. China's total area is about 3.7 million sq. mile. The People's Republic of China is the most populous state in the world, with over 1.3 billion citizens and density is 139.6/km2. The greater part of China is mountainous, the Tien Shan, the Kunlun chain, and the Trans-Himalaya. The Gobi Desert lies to the north and the third-longest river in the world, Yangtze River located in the country. Country's currency is Yuan and the per capita income is $5,184. The People's Republic of China is the permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.

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