Somali and Arabic are the two official languages in Somalia, both of which belong to the Afro-Asiatic family. Article 3 of the constitution outlines the country's founding principles, establishing it as a Muslim state, and a member of the Arab and African nations.[32] About 85% of local residents are ethnic Somalis,[33] who have historically inhabited the northern part of the country.[34] Many self-identify as Somali instead of Arab despite centuries-old ties to Arabia.[35] There are also a number of Benadiris, Bravanese, Bantus, Bajunis, Ethiopians, Indians, Pakistanis, Persians, Britons and Italians.[34][36]