Vietnam

Vietnam is a country in Southeast Asia, located on the eastern coast of the Indochina peninsula. Vietnam is bordered by China to the north, Laos to the northwest, Cambodia to the southwest, and the South China Sea to the east. With a population of over 90 million people, Vietnam is the 15th most populous country in the world. The official language of Vietnam is Vietnamese, and the currency is the Vietnamese dong. Vietnam is a communist state, and the government is dominated by the Communist Party of Vietnam. The president is the head of state, and the prime minister is the head of government. Vietnam is divided into 58 provinces and five centrally-controlled municipalities. The provinces are further divided into districts, townships, and communes. The economy of Vietnam is a mixed socialist-market economy, and the country is one of the world's fastest-growing economies. The GDP per capita was $1,910 in 2017, and the GDP growth rate was 6.81%. The main industries in Vietnam are agriculture, fishing, forestry, coal, minerals, steel, textiles, and cement. The main exports are crude oil, rice, coffee, textiles, and footwear. Vietnam is a beautiful country with a rich culture and history. The people are friendly and welcoming, and there is much to see and do. From the bustling cities to the stunning countryside, Vietnam has something for everyone.