Country codes

Country codes are standardized short ways to identify countries, often using two or three letters or numbers. These codes help efficiently categorize, communicate, and manage country-specific information across various systems like international shipping, internet domains, and data exchanges. For example, "US" represents the United States, and "IN" stands for India. They ensure clarity and consistency, especially in global contexts where countries might have similar names or language differences. These codes are maintained by organizations such as ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and facilitate smooth international communication and operations.