Welcome to Vietnam
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Welcome to Vietnam

Geography:

  • Location: Southeast Asia

  • Borders: China (north), Laos and Cambodia (west), South China Sea (east)

  • Capital: Hanoi

  • Major city: Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon)

Government & Politics:

  • Socialist republic

  • One-party state ruled by the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV)

  • President: Head of state

  • Prime Minister: Head of government

 Economy:

  • One of Asia’s fastest-growing economies

  • Key industries: Electronics, textiles, agriculture (rice, coffee, seafood), tourism

  • Major trade partners: China, the U.S., Japan, South Korea

Culture:

  • Influenced by Confucianism, Buddhism, and French colonial heritage

  • Strong emphasis on family, respect for elders, and education

  • Tet (Lunar New Year) is the biggest holiday

  • Famous for traditional arts like water puppetry, calligraphy, and Ao Dai (national dress)