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Vietnam Facts – People, Places and Politics
Wrapping its way along the eastern edge of the Indochina Peninsula is the Southeast Asian country of Vietnam. Vietnam is home to over 85 million people and is the 13th most populous country on the planet. It is bordered by China, Laos, and Cambodia. The country covers over 330,000 square kilometers of land.
Vietnam is a beautiful country, known for its mountains and tropical forests. The climate of Vietnam varies depending on the elevation. In the plains and forest areas, a tropical climate is normal. However, in the mountains the temperatures can drop quite a bit in the winter months. Monsoons are common along the northeastern coasts of Vietnam.
Vietnam is officially known as the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The country has a Communist government. Only political organizations that the Communist Party endorses can participate in elections, but elections are held from time to time, giving the people some say in the government. The President of Vietnam controls the military. The Prime Minister is the main government leader, controlling most of the actions of the Executive Branch.
