At present, 196 countries are recognized around the world. Many countries have existed for a long time, but new countries are still emerging in the modern era. Actually, all of the youngest countries in the world on this list are only several decades old. In 2021, the top-ranked and youngest country on this list celebrated the 10th anniversary of its founding.
Almost every country on this list was formed when they proclaimed their independence from a nearby ruling nation. Some have flourished since the gain of sovereignty, while others are struggling to make up for it.
The following are the 10 youngest countries in the world:
1. South Sudan
2. Kosovo
3. Serbia
4. Montenegro
5. East Timor
6. Palau
7. Eritrea
8. Czech Republic
9. Slovakia
10. Croatia
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