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About the Vietnam National Flag
Red field with gold star reflects communist victory and unity of workers, peasants, intellectuals, youth, and soldiers.
Vietnam — Key Facts
| Capital | Hanoi |
|---|---|
| Population | 100 million (2024 est.) |
| Area | 331,212 km² |
| Languages | Vietnamese (official) |
| Currency | Vietnamese đồng (VND) |
| GDP (nominal) | ~$430 billion USD |
| Independence / founded | Democratic Republic declared September 2, 1945 |
| Flag adopted | 1955 (current flag) |
Vietnam Flag Colors and Meaning
Each color on the Vietnam flag carries symbolic meaning. Use this table when teaching geography or designing watch-party displays.
| Color | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Red | Blood of revolutionaries and national struggle |
| Yellow (star) | Leadership of the Communist Party and unity |
People and Ethnicity in Vietnam
Kinh (Viet) majority (~86%) with Tay, Thai, Muong, Khmer Krom, and Hmong minorities.
Geography of Vietnam
S-shaped country from Red River Delta to Mekong Delta with Annamite Range.
Economy of Vietnam
Manufacturing exports (Samsung, Intel), agriculture (coffee, rice), and rapid FDI-driven growth.
- Currency: Vietnamese đồng (VND)
- GDP (nominal): ~$430 billion USD
Culture
Pho cuisine, water puppetry, ao dai dress, and Tet Lunar New Year.
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