5 Nations That Changed Their Names

5 Nations That Changed Their Names

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Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

The name of Ceylon changed to Sri Lanka in 1972.

Myanmar

Myanmar

Myanmaar was earlier known as Burma. In 1989, the name was changed by the military.

Thailand

Thailand

Earlier Thailand was known by Siam. In 1939, its name officially changed to Thailand. The meaning of Thailand is Land of the Free.

Bangladesh

Bangladesh

East Pakistan became "Bangladesh" following a bloody war in 1971.

North Macedonia

North Macedonia

The Republic of Macedonia's name was changed to North Macedonia in 2019.

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