However, Mandarin Chinese, the most widely spoken variety of Chinese, is the official language of the following countries:
* China (People's Republic of China)
* Taiwan (Republic of China)
* Singapore
* Brunei
Other Chinese varieties, such as Cantonese, Hakka, and Minnan, are also spoken in various countries and regions, including:
* Hong Kong (Cantonese)
* Macau (Cantonese)
* Malaysia (Cantonese, Hakka, Minnan)
* Indonesia (Hakka, Minnan)
* Thailand (Cantonese, Hokkien)
* Vietnam (Cantonese)
* Philippines (Hokkien)
* United States (Various Chinese varieties, including Mandarin, Cantonese, and Hakka)
* Canada (Various Chinese varieties)
* Australia (Various Chinese varieties)
It's important to note that Chinese is a complex language with numerous dialects and varieties, and the specific dialects spoken in different regions can vary significantly.