However, there are some countries in Asia where French is spoken by significant populations:
* Vietnam: French was the official language of Vietnam during the French colonial period (1858-1954). While Vietnamese is now the official language, a significant number of people, particularly in older generations, still speak French.
* Cambodia: Similar to Vietnam, French was the official language during French colonial rule (1863-1953). While Khmer is the official language, French is still used in education, government, and some businesses.
* Laos: French was the official language during French colonial rule (1893-1954). Although Lao is now the official language, French is still spoken by some, primarily in education and government.
* India: French is spoken by a small but significant minority population, mainly in the territories of Pondicherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam, which were former French colonies.
* Singapore: French is not an official language, but it is taught in some schools and universities, and a small community of French speakers exists.
It's important to note that while French may be spoken in these countries, it is not the official language. The official languages of these countries are Vietnamese, Khmer, Lao, Hindi, and English, respectively.