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Capital
There are no towns or permanent settlements in Bir Tawil, and the Imperial Government has not yet designated a capital. When one is designated, it will be by Imperial Decree, published on the official website of Bir Tawil.
Language
The official publications of the Imperial Government are issued in English. The communities who use the region speak Arabic and, among the Bishari, the Beja language (Bedawi). The Empire has not yet legislated on an official language.
Currency and economy
The Empire has not yet issued a currency. Its constitutional economic doctrine favours lawful private enterprise, property, investment, and trade, and an Imperial Treasury is provided for by the Imperial Constitution.
National anthem, flag and motto
No national anthem has yet been adopted. The Empire uses a seal of state; its national flag is to be adopted by Imperial Decree, and "From Resolve, a Nation." has been proposed as the state motto.
Time zone, calling code and internet domain
Bir Tawil lies between Egypt and Sudan, both of which use UTC+2 as standard time. The territory has no telephone calling code or internet country-code domain of its own.
Population
Bir Tawil has no permanent settled population and no official population figure. It is used by Ababda and Bishari herders and by informal gold miners. The Emperor is the founding citizen of Brendania; rules of citizenship will be made by Imperial Decree.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Bir Tawil?
Bir Tawil has no capital yet. The Sovereign Empire of Brendania, which claims the territory, has not designated one, and there are no towns in the territory.
What language is spoken in Bir Tawil?
The Imperial Government publishes in English. The herders of the region speak Arabic and, among the Bishari, the Beja language.
What currency does Bir Tawil use?
The Empire of Brendania has not yet issued a currency.
Does Bir Tawil have a national anthem?
Not yet. No anthem has been adopted by Imperial Decree.
What time zone is Bir Tawil in?
Both neighbouring states, Egypt and Sudan, use UTC+2 as standard time.