Globally, there are several countries with large overseas Chinese communities that have settled in these countries for a variety of reasons such as history, economy, and culture. The following are the thirteen countries with the largest number of overseas Chinese, and the approximate Chinese population of each:
1.Thailand - The country is home to about 9.5 million Chinese, making it one of the countries with the largest number of Chinese in Southeast Asia. The Chinese play an important role in Thailand's economic and social life.
2.INDONESIA - Indonesia is home to about 8 million Chinese, and despite the social unrest and ethnic tensions it has experienced, the Chinese community has maintained a strong sense of cohesion.
3.Malaysia - Malaysia has a Chinese population of about 6.7 million, which is a percentage of the country's total population, and the Chinese culture here together with Malay and Indian cultures form a diverse social landscape.
4.United States - There are about 4.5 million Chinese in the United States, and they have made significant contributions to the United States in many fields such as politics, science and technology, and education.
5.SINGAPORE - With a Chinese population of about 3 million, this city-state actually makes up the majority of Singapore's total population, where Chinese culture is the dominant culture.
6.Myanmar - There are about 1.8 million Chinese in Myanmar who have a presence in the country's business activities, especially in the border**.
7.Canada - With a Chinese population of about 1.5 million, Canada is an important part of the Chinese community in North America, especially in large cities such as Toronto and Vancouver.
8.Australia - There are about 900,000 Chinese in Australia, who play an active role in the country's economic development and cultural diversity.
9.South Korea - The Chinese population in South Korea is about 800,000, mostly concentrated in large cities such as Seoul, contributing to local business and cultural exchanges.
10.France - There are about 750,000 Chinese in France, mainly in metropolises such as Paris, where the Chinese community is growing and enriching the local cultural landscape.
11.Japan - The Chinese population in Japan is about 700,000, and they play an increasingly important role in Japan's economic activities.
12.United Kingdom - With a Chinese population of about 500,000, Chinatowns in cities such as London are a symbol of Chinese culture and an important tourist attraction in the region.
13.Italy - Italy has a Chinese population of about 400,000, and although it is smaller than other European countries, the Chinese community in Italy is growing rapidly and its influence is gradually increasing.
The Chinese communities in these countries have not only contributed to the development of the local economy, but also brought rich and colorful cultural exchanges, promoting mutual understanding and respect between different ethnic groups and cultures.