Laos

Country Laos
Capital Vientiane
Continent Asia
Currency Kip(LAK)
Languages Lao

Vientiane

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Introduction

Modern-day Laos has its roots in the ancient Lao kingdom of Lan Xang, established in the 14th Century under King FA NGUM. For 300 years Lan Xang had influence reaching into present-day Cambodia and Thailand, as well as over all of what is now Laos. After centuries of gradual decline, Laos came under the domination of Siam (Thailand) from the late 18th century until the late 19th century when it became part of French Indochina. The Franco-Siamese Treaty of 1907 defined the current Lao border with Thailand. In 1975, the Communist Pathet Lao took control of the government ending a six-century-old monarchy and instituting a strict socialist regime closely aligned to Vietnam. A gradual return to private enterprise and the liberalization of foreign investment laws began in 1988. Laos became a member of ASEAN in 1997.

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Laos - Wikipedia
Laos - CIA World Fact Book
Laos - BBC
Laos - National Geographic
Laos - Timeline - BBC

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100 Indians ‘forced to work without pay in Laos’ - The Hindu100 Indians ‘forced to work without pay in Laos’  The Hindu

Anthrax alert in Thailand after Laos reports over 50 cases - The Times of IndiaAnthrax alert in Thailand after Laos reports over 50 cases  The Times of India

Promised Thailand, Offered Laos: How 25 Indians Were Forced Into Cyber Fraud - Times NowPromised Thailand, Offered Laos: How 25 Indians Were Forced Into Cyber Fraud  Times Now

Thailand sounds alarm after anthrax outbreak in Laos - Medical XpressThailand sounds alarm after anthrax outbreak in Laos  Medical Xpress

Agents booked for taking Indian job-seekers to Laos to work in fake call centres - Hindustan TimesAgents booked for taking Indian job-seekers to Laos to work in fake call centres  Hindustan Times

Thailand sounds alarm after anthrax outbreak in Laos - The HinduThailand sounds alarm after anthrax outbreak in Laos  The Hindu

Mumbai: Job Scam Mastermind, Promising Employment In Thailand & Laos, Arrested By Crime Branch Unit 8 - Free Press JournalMumbai: Job Scam Mastermind, Promising Employment In Thailand & Laos, Arrested By Crime Branch Unit 8  Free Press Journal

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Mumbai: 25 Youths Lured With ‘High-Paying’ Jobs In Thailand Forced Into Cyber Fraud In Laos; Two Held - Free Press JournalMumbai: 25 Youths Lured With ‘High-Paying’ Jobs In Thailand Forced Into Cyber Fraud In Laos; Two Held  Free Press Journal

Promised jobs in Thailand, forced into cyber fraud in Laos; FIR filed - The Indian ExpressPromised jobs in Thailand, forced into cyber fraud in Laos; FIR filed  The Indian Express

25 youths go to Thailand for 'high-paying' jobs, forced to commit cyber fraud from Laos; two held - Deccan Herald25 youths go to Thailand for 'high-paying' jobs, forced to commit cyber fraud from Laos; two held  Deccan Herald

16 Indians rescued from scam operations in Laos - Radio Free Asia16 Indians rescued from scam operations in Laos  Radio Free Asia

Northeast China launches first cross-border tourist train to Laos - ecnsNortheast China launches first cross-border tourist train to Laos  ecns

Thailand, Laos try to ‘make junta presentable’ amid ASEAN Myanmar inertia - Al Jazeera EnglishThailand, Laos try to ‘make junta presentable’ amid ASEAN Myanmar inertia  Al Jazeera English

Anthrax outbreak affects 54 in Laos, Thailand on high alert - Nation ThailandAnthrax outbreak affects 54 in Laos, Thailand on high alert  Nation Thailand

Thailand sounds alarm after anthrax outbreak in Laos - The Straits TimesThailand sounds alarm after anthrax outbreak in Laos  The Straits Times

Laos to increase public awareness of air pollution; issue is rising concern in country - The Star OnlineLaos to increase public awareness of air pollution; issue is rising concern in country  The Star Online

Laos Faces a Delicate Balancing Act as ASEAN Leader - The DiplomatLaos Faces a Delicate Balancing Act as ASEAN Leader  The Diplomat

China is trying to connect Southeast Asia by high-speed rail. Here’s how that’s going - CNNChina is trying to connect Southeast Asia by high-speed rail. Here’s how that’s going  CNN

Lao PDR 2023 Public Finance Review & Fiscal Incidence Analysis - World Bank GroupLao PDR 2023 Public Finance Review & Fiscal Incidence Analysis  World Bank Group

Two arrested for luring youths into ‘cyber fraud jobs’ in Laos - The Times of IndiaTwo arrested for luring youths into ‘cyber fraud jobs’ in Laos  The Times of India

Rising theft of cables and bolts along the Laos-China railway - Radio Free AsiaRising theft of cables and bolts along the Laos-China railway  Radio Free Asia

Seven-Eleven grows rapidly in Laos with 4th store in Pakse in 6 months - Nation ThailandSeven-Eleven grows rapidly in Laos with 4th store in Pakse in 6 months  Nation Thailand

Thailand in talks with China, Laos on aviation routes amid rising demand - Nation ThailandThailand in talks with China, Laos on aviation routes amid rising demand  Nation Thailand

In horror year for Dengue, Laos capital sees major drop in cases - Save the Children InternationalIn horror year for Dengue, Laos capital sees major drop in cases  Save the Children International

Anthrax infections spike in southern Laos' Champassak province - Radio Free AsiaAnthrax infections spike in southern Laos' Champassak province  Radio Free Asia

Impacts of COVID-19 on Tourism in the Lao PDR - World Bank GroupImpacts of COVID-19 on Tourism in the Lao PDR  World Bank Group

WHO announces the elimination of lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem in the Lao People's Democratic ... - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO announces the elimination of lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem in the Lao People's Democratic ...  World Health Organization (WHO)

World Bank and partners to build on support for improved health and nutrition in Lao PDR - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceWorld Bank and partners to build on support for improved health and nutrition in Lao PDR  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Education in Laos: 3 connected challenges - World Bank GroupEducation in Laos: 3 connected challenges  World Bank Group

China-Laos land port handles soaring tourists in March - XinhuaChina-Laos land port handles soaring tourists in March  Xinhua

China goes big on Laos power projects, boosting Southeast Asian sway - Nikkei AsiaChina goes big on Laos power projects, boosting Southeast Asian sway  Nikkei Asia

The Lao People's Democratic Republic eliminates lymphatic filariasis - World Health Organization (WHO)The Lao People's Democratic Republic eliminates lymphatic filariasis  World Health Organization (WHO)

The 30th ASEAN Economic Ministers' Retreat convenes in Luang Prabang, Lao PDR - ASEANThe 30th ASEAN Economic Ministers' Retreat convenes in Luang Prabang, Lao PDR  ASEAN

Indian youths are made to work in illegal call centers in Laos - Mumbai LiveIndian youths are made to work in illegal call centers in Laos  Mumbai Live

Tourism boom in Laos' ancient town raises cultural concerns - Hindustan TimesTourism boom in Laos' ancient town raises cultural concerns  Hindustan Times

Laos continues to raise tourism standards to attract more visitors - XinhuaLaos continues to raise tourism standards to attract more visitors  Xinhua

Uplifting Rural Women in Laos - WIPOUplifting Rural Women in Laos  WIPO

16 bear cubs rescued from home in Laos - The Straits Times16 bear cubs rescued from home in Laos  The Straits Times

Tokayev appoints Ambassadors to Iran, Israel, Cambodia and Laos - AKIpressTokayev appoints Ambassadors to Iran, Israel, Cambodia and Laos  AKIpress

China's COMAC airplanes arrive in Laos for static display, demonstration flight - XinhuaChina's COMAC airplanes arrive in Laos for static display, demonstration flight  Xinhua

In Laos, forest loss and carbon emissions escalate as agriculture intensifies - Mongabay.comIn Laos, forest loss and carbon emissions escalate as agriculture intensifies  Mongabay.com

'I feel hopeless': Living in Laos on the brink - BBC.com'I feel hopeless': Living in Laos on the brink  BBC.com

Building a much stronger food system in Laos - Bangkok PostBuilding a much stronger food system in Laos  Bangkok Post

How Will Laos Handle Its 2024 Chairmanship of ASEAN? - The DiplomatHow Will Laos Handle Its 2024 Chairmanship of ASEAN?  The Diplomat

Remote boat: Traveling the rivers of northern Laos - Nikkei AsiaRemote boat: Traveling the rivers of northern Laos  Nikkei Asia

Shifting Cultivation in Laos - nasa.govShifting Cultivation in Laos  nasa.gov

Laos Implements Mandatory Bank Accounts for Foreign Investors - ASEAN BriefingLaos Implements Mandatory Bank Accounts for Foreign Investors  ASEAN Briefing

Australia and Laos elevate bilateral relations at ASEAN summit - The Associated PressAustralia and Laos elevate bilateral relations at ASEAN summit  The Associated Press

Thailand steps up border control of livestock after anthrax outbreak is reported in neighboring Laos - ABC NewsThailand steps up border control of livestock after anthrax outbreak is reported in neighboring Laos  ABC News

Laos: 11 Years of Government Inaction on Sombath Somphone's Enforced Disappearance - Human Rights WatchLaos: 11 Years of Government Inaction on Sombath Somphone's Enforced Disappearance  Human Rights Watch

10 Pics: Laos To Thailand, Lord Ram's World At Delhi's Old Fort - NDTV10 Pics: Laos To Thailand, Lord Ram's World At Delhi's Old Fort  NDTV

Malaria risk stratification in Lao PDR guides program planning in an elimination setting | Scientific Reports - Nature.comMalaria risk stratification in Lao PDR guides program planning in an elimination setting | Scientific Reports  Nature.com

Empowering women, enriching ecosystems: Laos' reforestation initiative - Climate ChampionsEmpowering women, enriching ecosystems: Laos' reforestation initiative  Climate Champions

Weather Forecast and Conditions for Mounlapamok District, Champasak, Laos - The Weather ChannelWeather Forecast and Conditions for Mounlapamok District, Champasak, Laos  The Weather Channel

Laos’ economic reckoning - East Asia ForumLaos’ economic reckoning  East Asia Forum

EPO President leads mission to Laos - European Patent OfficeEPO President leads mission to Laos  European Patent Office

AirAsia the only airline to connect all Asean countries with resumption of Kuala Lumpur-Vientiane route — AirAsia ... - AirAsiaAirAsia the only airline to connect all Asean countries with resumption of Kuala Lumpur-Vientiane route — AirAsia ...  AirAsia

PLAAF Red Falcon conducts adaptive training in Laos - China MilitaryPLAAF Red Falcon conducts adaptive training in Laos  China Military

North Korea sends delegation to China, Vietnam, Laos, KCNA says - ReutersNorth Korea sends delegation to China, Vietnam, Laos, KCNA says  Reuters

ADB to Support Urban Environmental Improvements in Luang Prabang, Lao PDR - Asian Development BankADB to Support Urban Environmental Improvements in Luang Prabang, Lao PDR  Asian Development Bank

Australia: Urge Laos to Address Rights Abuses - Human Rights WatchAustralia: Urge Laos to Address Rights Abuses  Human Rights Watch

Viet Nam, Laos and Cambodia share experiences in fire prevention, fighting and rescue - Auto CarViet Nam, Laos and Cambodia share experiences in fire prevention, fighting and rescue  Auto Car

Laos' Economic Woes Will Continue In 2024 – The Diplomat - The DiplomatLaos' Economic Woes Will Continue In 2024 – The Diplomat  The Diplomat

Over 100 Indians Trapped in Laos Scam Freed: Mumbai Police Nab Culprits - Xpert TimesOver 100 Indians Trapped in Laos Scam Freed: Mumbai Police Nab Culprits  Xpert Times

Laos Deports 462 Chinese Nationals as Scamming Crackdown Spreads - The DiplomatLaos Deports 462 Chinese Nationals as Scamming Crackdown Spreads  The Diplomat

Japan-Laos Foreign Ministers' Meeting and Dinner - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of JapanJapan-Laos Foreign Ministers' Meeting and Dinner  Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

Lao PDR becomes second country in 2023 after Bangladesh to eliminate lymphatic filariasis - Down To Earth MagazineLao PDR becomes second country in 2023 after Bangladesh to eliminate lymphatic filariasis  Down To Earth Magazine

WMO supports Cambodia and Lao PDR to strengthen early warnings - World Meteorological Organization WMOWMO supports Cambodia and Lao PDR to strengthen early warnings  World Meteorological Organization WMO

Child marriage a key factor in Laos' high adolescent pregnancy rate - Medical XpressChild marriage a key factor in Laos' high adolescent pregnancy rate  Medical Xpress

Health Taxes in the Lao PDR - Technical Note - World Bank GroupHealth Taxes in the Lao PDR - Technical Note  World Bank Group

Thai, Laos artists shine at Bodh Mahotsav - The Times of IndiaThai, Laos artists shine at Bodh Mahotsav  The Times of India

China-Laos Railway builds on momentum in new year as cargo and passenger numbers grow - Global TimesChina-Laos Railway builds on momentum in new year as cargo and passenger numbers grow  Global Times

Laos National Day - United States Department of State - Department of StateLaos National Day - United States Department of State  Department of State

Geographical indications: Komaen tea from Laos wins a prize at the “Teas of the world” contest - GretGeographical indications: Komaen tea from Laos wins a prize at the “Teas of the world” contest  Gret

Laos is getting a handle on its debt - Nikkei AsiaLaos is getting a handle on its debt  Nikkei Asia

Feature: China-Laos Railway boosts local tourism, employment - XinhuaFeature: China-Laos Railway boosts local tourism, employment  Xinhua

Lao Economic Monitor, November 2023: Fiscal Policy for Stability - Key Findings - World Bank GroupLao Economic Monitor, November 2023: Fiscal Policy for Stability - Key Findings  World Bank Group

Can Laos' Communist Party Recover From the Current Economic Crisis? - The DiplomatCan Laos' Communist Party Recover From the Current Economic Crisis?  The Diplomat

The Government of Lao PDR and UNICEF chart future pathways for boosting child well-being - UNICEFThe Government of Lao PDR and UNICEF chart future pathways for boosting child well-being  UNICEF

EU provides EUR1.5M for smart agriculture in Laos - Borneo BulletinEU provides EUR1.5M for smart agriculture in Laos  Borneo Bulletin

Forum held in Laos to boost Belt and Road cooperation - XinhuaForum held in Laos to boost Belt and Road cooperation  Xinhua

ASEAN Gives Laos a Reprieve Over Myanmar Crisis - The DiplomatASEAN Gives Laos a Reprieve Over Myanmar Crisis  The Diplomat

Exclusive: SK Ecoplant seeks arbitration to split compensation for Laos dam collapse - ????Exclusive: SK Ecoplant seeks arbitration to split compensation for Laos dam collapse  ????

Opinion: Thai investment in Laos hydropower reveals dire disconnect in the Mekong - thethirdpole.netOpinion: Thai investment in Laos hydropower reveals dire disconnect in the Mekong  thethirdpole.net

WFP Lao PDR Country Brief, January 2024 - Lao People's Democratic Republic (the) - ReliefWebWFP Lao PDR Country Brief, January 2024 - Lao People's Democratic Republic (the)  ReliefWeb

Enriching medical imaging abroad: Tracy's return to Laos with RAD-AID International - uat vcastapiEnriching medical imaging abroad: Tracy's return to Laos with RAD-AID International  uat vcastapi

2023 - Understanding the Rice Value Chain in Lao PDR: Defining the Way Forward for Rice Fortification | World Food ... - WFP2023 - Understanding the Rice Value Chain in Lao PDR: Defining the Way Forward for Rice Fortification | World Food ...  WFP

Laos unleashed - Financial TimesLaos unleashed  Financial Times

Laos: Fear grows that Luang Prabang could lose UNESCO status - The Associated PressLaos: Fear grows that Luang Prabang could lose UNESCO status  The Associated Press

35 Odisha Workers Held Captive In Laos, Chief Minister Orders Rescue - NDTV35 Odisha Workers Held Captive In Laos, Chief Minister Orders Rescue  NDTV

First China-Laos-Thailand express freight train departs from Chengdu - CGTNFirst China-Laos-Thailand express freight train departs from Chengdu  CGTN

Laos: Downgrade from 6/7 to 7/7 for MLT political risk - CredendoLaos: Downgrade from 6/7 to 7/7 for MLT political risk  Credendo

Laos tourist jewel at risk of losing UNESCO status - Nikkei AsiaLaos tourist jewel at risk of losing UNESCO status  Nikkei Asia

Overstay, ban and Laos - Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits - Thailand News, Travel & Forum - ASEAN NOWOverstay, ban and Laos - Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits - Thailand News, Travel & Forum  ASEAN NOW

Mumbai: 25 youths lured to Thailand for 'high-paying' jobs, forced to commit cyber fraud from Laos; two held - mid-day.comMumbai: 25 youths lured to Thailand for 'high-paying' jobs, forced to commit cyber fraud from Laos; two held  mid-day.com

New railway from China boosts tourism in Laos' ancient capital - Nikkei AsiaNew railway from China boosts tourism in Laos' ancient capital  Nikkei Asia

U.S. AMBASSADOR TO LAO PDR HEATHER VARIAVA - US Embassy in LaosU.S. AMBASSADOR TO LAO PDR HEATHER VARIAVA  US Embassy in Laos

Thailand sounds alarm after anthrax outbreak in Laos - Borneo BulletinThailand sounds alarm after anthrax outbreak in Laos  Borneo Bulletin