As of 2020 how many countries are in Asia?

Asia is home to 48 countries, 3 of which are considered transcontinental, with some of their land technically in Europe.

Asia is the largest continent in the world both by area and population, and the continent covers an area of 17.212 million square miles, with a total population of 4.164 billion people. Asia is made up of 48 countries, as well as 6 non-UN states, and 6 dependent territories.

Geography of Asia:

Cape Fligely, situated on Franz Josef Land in Russia, is the northernmost point in Asia. The southernmost point in Asia is located in Panama Island, Indonesia. Big Diomede in Russia is the easternmost point of the continent, while Turkey’s Cape Baba lies on the continent’s westernmost point. Asia is home to the highest peak on earth, Mount Everest, which is situated on the Nepal-China border. The longest river in Asia is China’s Yangtze River, which has a length of 3,915 miles.