Vietnam explained to kids

Vietnam is a country in Southeast Asia. It is bordered by Laos, Cambodia, and China. Vietnam is about the same size as Italy. Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam. The official language of Vietnam is Vietnamese. The currency of Vietnam is the dong. Vietnam is divided into 58 provinces and 5 municipalities. The provinces are divided into communes, which are further divided into villages. The population of Vietnam is over 90 million. The majority of the population is ethnic Vietnamese, but there are also Chinese, Hmong, and other minority groups. The climate of Vietnam varies depending on the region. In the north, the weather is cooler, while in the south it is hot and humid. Vietnam is a Communist state. The head of state is the President, and the head of government is the Prime Minister. Vietnam has a tropical monsoon climate. The country experiences two seasons: the rainy season (from May to October) and the dry season (from November to April). The economy of Vietnam is based on agriculture, industry, and services. The main crops grown in Vietnam are rice, maize, sweet potatoes, and peanuts. Vietnam is also a major producer of coffee and rubber. Vietnam is a member of the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.