This list includes 3 Asian Countries that start with A, from “Afghanistan” to “Azerbaijan”. These countries span South, Central and West Asia and offer diverse histories, climates, and travel experiences useful for students, teachers, and travelers.

Asian countries that start with A are sovereign or widely recognized states in Asia whose English names begin with the letter A. Notably, Afghanistan sits on ancient trade routes like the Silk Road, highlighting the region’s deep historical links.

Below you’ll find the table with Country, Capital, Population and Official language(s).

Country: Shows the country’s common English name so you can quickly find and compare entries alphabetically.

Capital: Lists the official or de facto capital so you can connect the country to its seat of government.

Population: Provides the latest estimated population and year so you can assess size and demographic scale.

Official language(s): Names the primary official or national language(s) and major languages so you can understand linguistic context.

Asian Countries that start with A

CountryFlagCapitalPopulation & Official language(s)
Afghanistan🇦🇫Kabul40,000,000 (2023, United Nations); Dari and Pashto
Armenia🇦🇲Yerevan2,800,000 (2023, United Nations); Armenian
Azerbaijan🇦🇿Baku10,300,000 (2023, United Nations); Azerbaijani

Descriptions

Afghanistan
A landlocked country in South-Central Asia with a long, complex history and rugged terrain; Kabul is the political and cultural hub.
Armenia
A compact nation in the South Caucasus (Western Asia) known for ancient heritage and mountainous landscapes; Yerevan is the capital and largest city.
Azerbaijan
A Caspian Sea country in the South Caucasus with territory spanning Europe and Asia; Baku is a major oil-exporting, cosmopolitan capital.
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