Var is a department of southeastern France with a diverse economy that is centered on tourism, agriculture, and industry. Tourism is a major contributor to the economy, with millions of visitors coming to the region each year to enjoy the French Riviera, the Verdon Gorge, and the Massif des Maures. Agriculture is also an important sector, with wine, olives, and fruit being the main crops. The department also has a strong industrial base, with traditional industries such as shipbuilding and glassmaking being joined by new sectors such as microelectronics and renewable energy.

In terms of government, Var is governed by a departmental council, which is responsible for the region's social, economic, and cultural development. The council is made up of 46 members who are elected every six years. The department is also part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, which is governed by a regional council. The council is responsible for regional planning, economic development, and transportation, among other things. The region is further divided into 12 arrondissements, which are administrative subdivisions governed by a subprefect. The arrondissements are divided into cantons, which are in turn divided into communes. The communes are the smallest administrative units, and are governed by a mayor and a municipal council.