The Abkhazian Republic is a region located on the eastern coast of the Black Sea, bordered by Georgia to the east and Russia to the north. It declared independence from Georgia in 1999, following a conflict in the early 1990s. However, its status remains disputed, as only a few countries recognize it as an independent state. The capital city of the Abkhazian Republic is Sukhumi, which serves as the administrative and cultural center. The region has a diverse population, including Abkhaz, Georgians, and Russians. The economy is primarily based on agriculture, tourism, and remittances from abroad.