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Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Baghdad |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.
Ruwandiz is a city in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, located in the northeastern part of Erbil Governorate, near the Iranian border. Nestled in the Zagros Mountains at an altitude of about 800 meters above sea level, the city is known for its magnificent natural beauty and mild climate. Reyvanduz has a long history dating back to ancient times and was once a trading and military stronghold. Today, it is an important tourist destination in the Kurdistan Region, attracting visitors to nearby gorges, waterfalls and mountain hikes. The economy is based on agriculture, tourism and small-scale trade. The city's population is predominantly Kurdish and the culture reflects rich Kurdish traditions and hospitality.