Cairo is the current official capital and largest city of Egypt.

Serving as the undisputed administrative, economic, and political heart of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Cairo is where the vast majority of governmental institutions, foreign embassies, and major national corporations are headquartered. Its strategic location at the confluence of the Nile Delta and the river's upper reaches has historically positioned it as a central hub for trade, governance, and culture, solidifying its role as the nation's capital for over a millennium. Its status is enshrined in Egyptian law and recognized internationally, making it the focal point for both domestic affairs and international relations.