Liberia, officially the Republic of Liberia, is a sovereign nation situated on the West African coast. It is bordered by Guinea to the north, Sierra Leone to the northwest, Ivory Coast to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south and southwest. The country boasts a rich cultural tapestry, with English serving as the official language alongside over twenty indigenous languages. Its capital and largest city is Monrovia, a major port and commercial hub. With a population of approximately 5.5 million people, Liberia maintains a history deeply intertwined with transatlantic trade and post-colonial development.