In the cities of Vietnam why are English Chinese and French often spoken?

Answer 1

English: This is the modern "lingua franca" and many people, especially in Asia, learn English to do business with foreign firms or welcome tourists.

Chinese: China has had an incredible influence on Vietnam and is a regional power. In order to do business with China, many Vietnamese speak Chinese. There are also many Chinese immigrants in Vietnam.

French: Vietnam used to be part of the French Colony of Indochina and therefore many of the elderly generation remember when it was required to speak in French to get around the country.

Answer 2

English, Chinese, and French are often spoken in the cities of Vietnam because of historical connections and influences. English is spoken due to globalization and the importance of English in business and tourism. Chinese is spoken because of Vietnam's proximity to China and the significant Chinese population in the country. French is spoken due to Vietnam's colonial history as a French colony.