Vietnam, [e][f] officially the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (SRV), [g][h] is a country at the eastern edge of Mainland Southeast Asia. With an area of about 331,000 square kilometres (128,000 …

6 days ago · The Vietnam War began as a civil war but escalated into a massively destructive international conflict. North Vietnam, led by the forces that had expelled the French, sought …

Discover the highlights of Vietnam through the country's official tourism website. Plan your trip with advice on Vietnam's best destinations, what to do in Vietnam, visas for Vietnam, where to …

Vietnam is a developing, mainly agrarian country that is moving from a centrally-planned economy to a market economy. Political control rests with the Communist Party.

5 days ago · Why the Vietnam War dragged on for decades This costly conflict spanned generations—and its brutal legacy endures. But why did the bloodshed go on for so long?

Vietnamese is the official language of Vietnam. Foreign language learning, particularly English, is popular among young people in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Da Nang and other cities.

Sep 13, 2024 · Once one of the world’s poorest and most isolated countries, Vietnam is now a middle-income country with a dynamic, young population and a promising future. Since joining …

3 days ago · Viet Nam is located on the Indochina peninsula in Southeast Asia. It has a long land border of 4,550 km, bordering China to the North, Laos and Cambodia to the West, and the …

Dec 2, 2024 · With Vietnam's rich mix of history, culture and natural beauty, there's plenty to see. Here are the top places to visit to help you plan the ultimate trip.

Vietnam experienced a period of prolonged warfare in the mid-20th century and a partitioning (1954–75), first militarily and later politically, into the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, better …