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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Boun Lai Heua Fai held in Luang Prabang, Laos - XinhuaBoun Lai Heua Fai held in Luang Prabang, Laos  Xinhua

China-Laos Railway transports over 4 million tonnes of goods in 2025 - news.cgtn.comChina-Laos Railway transports over 4 million tonnes of goods in 2025  news.cgtn.com

China-Laos Railway handles over 60 million passenger trips - China DailyChina-Laos Railway handles over 60 million passenger trips  China Daily

Xinhua News | China-Laos Railway handles over 60 million passenger trips - XinhuaXinhua News | China-Laos Railway handles over 60 million passenger trips  Xinhua

Laos vs Malaysia LIVE streaming info: When, where to watch AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier? - SportstarLaos vs Malaysia LIVE streaming info: When, where to watch AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier?  Sportstar

Laos Vs Malaysia Live Streaming, AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers: Group F Match Preview, When And Where To Watch - Outlook IndiaLaos Vs Malaysia Live Streaming, AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers: Group F Match Preview, When And Where To Watch  Outlook India

Methanol poisoning: Man saw kaleidoscopic light before going blind - BBCMethanol poisoning: Man saw kaleidoscopic light before going blind  BBC

Laos embraces China, Russia-led SCO amid frustration with Asean - South China Morning PostLaos embraces China, Russia-led SCO amid frustration with Asean  South China Morning Post

What Will China’s Green-Tech Ambitions Cost the World? - The New York TimesWhat Will China’s Green-Tech Ambitions Cost the World?  The New York Times

How Melbourne mosquitoes are being used to fight dengue fever in Laos - Australian Broadcasting CorporationHow Melbourne mosquitoes are being used to fight dengue fever in Laos  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Kim Jong Un meets Laos leader for first summit talks, vowing to boost ties - NK NewsKim Jong Un meets Laos leader for first summit talks, vowing to boost ties  NK News

Vietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation across multiple fields - Asia News NetworkVietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation across multiple fields  Asia News Network

Hyderabad man trafficked to Laos: Sold by brother-in-law; forced into cybercrime in Golden Triangle - Times of IndiaHyderabad man trafficked to Laos: Sold by brother-in-law; forced into cybercrime in Golden Triangle  Times of India

China-Laos Railway: 'Golden corridor' of prosperity, education cooperation, and friendship - People's DailyChina-Laos Railway: 'Golden corridor' of prosperity, education cooperation, and friendship  People's Daily

Laos Takes Flight in 2026: Direct Routes to Shanghai, Seoul, Yangon, Pakse, and More – Connecting Laos to South Korea, China, Myanmar, and Beyond! - Travel And Tour WorldLaos Takes Flight in 2026: Direct Routes to Shanghai, Seoul, Yangon, Pakse, and More – Connecting Laos to South Korea, China, Myanmar, and Beyond!  Travel And Tour World

Laos Transfers Oversight of State-Owned Enterprises to Reform Committee - Laotian TimesLaos Transfers Oversight of State-Owned Enterprises to Reform Committee  Laotian Times

Laos, DPRK presidents hold talks to bolster ties - Nation ThailandLaos, DPRK presidents hold talks to bolster ties  Nation Thailand

Qualifiers - Group F: Laos 0-3 Malaysia - AFC websiteQualifiers - Group F: Laos 0-3 Malaysia  AFC website

Laos starts durian project targeting 400 tons for China in 2026 - FreshPlazaLaos starts durian project targeting 400 tons for China in 2026  FreshPlaza

Fifa’s suspension of players fails to dampen spirit as Malaysia beat Laos 3-0 - Free Malaysia TodayFifa’s suspension of players fails to dampen spirit as Malaysia beat Laos 3-0  Free Malaysia Today

Belarus, Laos agree to step up interaction in standardization, certification of products - BelTA – NewsBelarus, Laos agree to step up interaction in standardization, certification of products  BelTA – News

Laos and India save water - The Manila TimesLaos and India save water  The Manila Times

Laos Wins Best National Costume at Mister Global 2025 with Mani Khot Tree-Inspired Design - Laotian TimesLaos Wins Best National Costume at Mister Global 2025 with Mani Khot Tree-Inspired Design  Laotian Times

Joy, color shine bright in Laos celebrating end of Buddhist Lent, boat racing festival - XinhuaJoy, color shine bright in Laos celebrating end of Buddhist Lent, boat racing festival  Xinhua

World Sight Day 2025: Investing in Eye Health Could Bring USD 31.2 Million Benefit to Laos Over the Next Five Years - Laotian TimesWorld Sight Day 2025: Investing in Eye Health Could Bring USD 31.2 Million Benefit to Laos Over the Next Five Years  Laotian Times

Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 10, 2025 - ASEAN - BERNAMATop News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 10, 2025  ASEAN - BERNAMA

Laos accepted as dialogue partner of the SCO - The HinduLaos accepted as dialogue partner of the SCO  The Hindu

North Korea's Kim holds Talks with Laos President in Pyongyang - NewsGramNorth Korea's Kim holds Talks with Laos President in Pyongyang  NewsGram

Transforming Maths Learning in Lao PDR - UnicefTransforming Maths Learning in Lao PDR  Unicef

Vietnam’s quiet rise: The new diplomatic bridge to North Korea - ThinkChinaVietnam’s quiet rise: The new diplomatic bridge to North Korea  ThinkChina

Harmonizing Environmental Policy Across Borders: A Case Study of China–Laos Regulatory Disparities - ScienceDirect.comHarmonizing Environmental Policy Across Borders: A Case Study of China–Laos Regulatory Disparities  ScienceDirect.com

Laos travel - Lonely PlanetLaos travel  Lonely Planet

China Premier to attend N Koreas ruling partys 80th anniv; Vietnam, Laos, Russia leaders to also visit - Tribune IndiaChina Premier to attend N Koreas ruling partys 80th anniv; Vietnam, Laos, Russia leaders to also visit  Tribune India

Belarus, Laos agree on joint defense projects - BelTA – NewsBelarus, Laos agree on joint defense projects  BelTA – News

Lighted boat festivals glow across Laos, with Luang Prabang shining brightest - The StarLighted boat festivals glow across Laos, with Luang Prabang shining brightest  The Star

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Laos - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Laos  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Thailand, Vietnam, China, and Laos Tourists Warned About E-Visa Scams as Cambodia’s Tourism Industry Struggles; AirAsia and Cambodia Angkor Air Boost Travel Confidence - Travel And Tour WorldThailand, Vietnam, China, and Laos Tourists Warned About E-Visa Scams as Cambodia’s Tourism Industry Struggles; AirAsia and Cambodia Angkor Air Boost Travel Confidence  Travel And Tour World

Belarus, Laos keen to develop correspondent banking relationships - BelTA – NewsBelarus, Laos keen to develop correspondent banking relationships  BelTA – News

Lao PDR, Australia, and ESCAP Launch LIFT 4 Laos to Boost Investment and Economic Resilience - ESCAPLao PDR, Australia, and ESCAP Launch LIFT 4 Laos to Boost Investment and Economic Resilience  ESCAP

Household Welfare Monitoring in the Lao PDR - World BankHousehold Welfare Monitoring in the Lao PDR  World Bank

New Entrance Gates at National University of Laos Sparks Online Debate - Laotian TimesNew Entrance Gates at National University of Laos Sparks Online Debate  Laotian Times

Asian Cup: Fifa player bans put dampener on Malaysia’s hopes ahead of Laos tie - South China Morning PostAsian Cup: Fifa player bans put dampener on Malaysia’s hopes ahead of Laos tie  South China Morning Post

Tropical Storm Bualoi Causes Widespread Damage Across Laos, Leave Four Deaths - Laotian TimesTropical Storm Bualoi Causes Widespread Damage Across Laos, Leave Four Deaths  Laotian Times

Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnamp: Oct 7, 2025 - ASEAN - BERNAMATop News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnamp: Oct 7, 2025  ASEAN - BERNAMA

??Validation agreement with Laos takes effect? - epo.org??Validation agreement with Laos takes effect?  epo.org

Laos Launches New Durian Cultivation Project to Boost Exports to China - Laotian TimesLaos Launches New Durian Cultivation Project to Boost Exports to China  Laotian Times

Laos Taps Hydropower Surplus for Cryptocurrency Mining - BeInCryptoLaos Taps Hydropower Surplus for Cryptocurrency Mining  BeInCrypto

Lao Socialism with Buddhist Characteristics - Monthly ReviewLao Socialism with Buddhist Characteristics  Monthly Review

China-Laos Railway handles over 60 million passenger trips - The StarChina-Laos Railway handles over 60 million passenger trips  The Star

Russia, Laos start joint military drill Laros-2025 - Anadolu AjansiRussia, Laos start joint military drill Laros-2025  Anadolu Ajansi

Digital 2025: Laos - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Laos  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Wang Yi Meets with Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane - fmprc.gov.cnWang Yi Meets with Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane  fmprc.gov.cn

Vietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation across multiple fields - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Vietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation across multiple fields  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Ecuador Joins Morocco, Laos, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and Brazil as Canada Issues Strong Travel Advisory for Fall 2025, Cautioning Tourists About Increasing Vulnerabilities and Complex Situations in Popular Destinations - Travel And Tour WorldEcuador Joins Morocco, Laos, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and Brazil as Canada Issues Strong Travel Advisory for Fall 2025, Cautioning Tourists About Increasing Vulnerabilities and Complex Situations in Popular Destinations  Travel And Tour World

North Korea’s Kim hosts Laotian president, pledges stronger friendship and cooperation - Anadolu AjansiNorth Korea’s Kim hosts Laotian president, pledges stronger friendship and cooperation  Anadolu Ajansi

The temporally cumulative effects of hydropower development in northern Laos: Insights from the Nam Ou Basin - ScienceDirect.comThe temporally cumulative effects of hydropower development in northern Laos: Insights from the Nam Ou Basin  ScienceDirect.com

How Laos plans to pay for its dam-building spree: cryptocurrency mining - South China Morning PostHow Laos plans to pay for its dam-building spree: cryptocurrency mining  South China Morning Post

Indian Embassy rescue 67 trafficked Indians from cyber-scam centres in Laos - The HinduIndian Embassy rescue 67 trafficked Indians from cyber-scam centres in Laos  The Hindu

Vietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation to enhance education quality - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Vietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation to enhance education quality  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

UN Rights Review of Laos Spotlights Lack of Progress - Human Rights WatchUN Rights Review of Laos Spotlights Lack of Progress  Human Rights Watch

Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 9, 2025 - ASEAN - BERNAMATop News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 9, 2025  ASEAN - BERNAMA

Laos risks lost decade unless China provides debt relief - Lowy InstituteLaos risks lost decade unless China provides debt relief  Lowy Institute

Cross-Border Wind Power Project in Laos to Begin Supplying Vietnam by End of 2025 - Laotian TimesCross-Border Wind Power Project in Laos to Begin Supplying Vietnam by End of 2025  Laotian Times

Mastercard Appoints Sharad Jain as Country Manager for Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos - mastercard.comMastercard Appoints Sharad Jain as Country Manager for Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos  mastercard.com

Laos Opens New Fuel Import Route via Vietnam to Boost Northern Energy Supply - Laotian TimesLaos Opens New Fuel Import Route via Vietnam to Boost Northern Energy Supply  Laotian Times

China-Laos Railway handles over 4 mln tonnes of goods so far this year - bastillepost.comChina-Laos Railway handles over 4 mln tonnes of goods so far this year  bastillepost.com

US will proceed with probe of solar imports from India, Laos and Indonesia - ReutersUS will proceed with probe of solar imports from India, Laos and Indonesia  Reuters

Malaysia vs Laos: After the shame, what are we playing for? - Free Malaysia TodayMalaysia vs Laos: After the shame, what are we playing for?  Free Malaysia Today

Laos launches digital arrival and departure card system - VisasNewsLaos launches digital arrival and departure card system  VisasNews

Cklamovski dedicates 3-0 win over Laos to Malaysian fans - thesun.myCklamovski dedicates 3-0 win over Laos to Malaysian fans  thesun.my

Laos: destroying explosives, creating jobs - The HALO TrustLaos: destroying explosives, creating jobs  The HALO Trust

Trapped in debt: China’s role in Laos’ economic crisis - Lowy InstituteTrapped in debt: China’s role in Laos’ economic crisis  Lowy Institute

Can tourism help Laos escape poverty? - DWCan tourism help Laos escape poverty?  DW

How to watch Laos v Malaysia: Live stream, kick-off time and head-to-head stats - Bet365How to watch Laos v Malaysia: Live stream, kick-off time and head-to-head stats  Bet365

Impact of US funding cuts on HIV programmes in Lao PDR - UNAIDSImpact of US funding cuts on HIV programmes in Lao PDR  UNAIDS

Laos: New Initiatives To Address Flooding - Asia Media CentreLaos: New Initiatives To Address Flooding  Asia Media Centre

'Good karma': Laos' new monk-led travel experiences - BBC'Good karma': Laos' new monk-led travel experiences  BBC

Singapore Unites With Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, And Laos In Transforming ASEAN Tourism Landscape With Explosive Growth, Digital Innovation, And Eco-Friendly Development In 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldSingapore Unites With Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, And Laos In Transforming ASEAN Tourism Landscape With Explosive Growth, Digital Innovation, And Eco-Friendly Development In 2025  Travel And Tour World

This Is the Most Overlooked Destination in Southeast Asia—Here Is Why You Should Visit, According to a Top Travel Advisor - Travel + LeisureThis Is the Most Overlooked Destination in Southeast Asia—Here Is Why You Should Visit, According to a Top Travel Advisor  Travel + Leisure

Real-Time Air Monitoring Launches in Schools - UnicefReal-Time Air Monitoring Launches in Schools  Unicef

Thailand Unites with ASEAN Countries for a Game-Changing Unified Visa: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam to Benefit! - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Unites with ASEAN Countries for a Game-Changing Unified Visa: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam to Benefit!  Travel And Tour World

Korean Embassy in Laos warns citizens against engaging in prostitution - The Korea HeraldKorean Embassy in Laos warns citizens against engaging in prostitution  The Korea Herald

Vietnamese, Lao localities share experience in two-tier local administration - VOVVietnamese, Lao localities share experience in two-tier local administration  VOV

Laos’ Labor Market Challenges and Opportunities: What Investors Should Consider - ASEAN BriefingLaos’ Labor Market Challenges and Opportunities: What Investors Should Consider  ASEAN Briefing

Football: Arif dedicates win over Laos to seven 'citizens of Malaysia', thanks TMJ - The StarFootball: Arif dedicates win over Laos to seven 'citizens of Malaysia', thanks TMJ  The Star

Teacher educators' challenges: focusing on teacher training colleges in Laos - FrontiersTeacher educators' challenges: focusing on teacher training colleges in Laos  Frontiers

Lao People's Democratic Republic - UNHCR - The UN Refugee AgencyLao People's Democratic Republic  UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency

An inside view of the Laos cybercrime hub - The HinduAn inside view of the Laos cybercrime hub  The Hindu

Abused, exploited: How two Africans became trapped in a cyber-scam in Laos - Al JazeeraAbused, exploited: How two Africans became trapped in a cyber-scam in Laos  Al Jazeera

Malaysia Sees Rising Visitors from Laos in this Year, Boosted by the Next Year’s Visit Malaysia Campaign Promoting Sustainable Tourism - Travel And Tour WorldMalaysia Sees Rising Visitors from Laos in this Year, Boosted by the Next Year’s Visit Malaysia Campaign Promoting Sustainable Tourism  Travel And Tour World

Nepal aim win in both matches against Vietnam - kathmandupost.comNepal aim win in both matches against Vietnam  kathmandupost.com

European Union announces new €45 million new package of Global Gateway assistance for Lao PDR - EEASEuropean Union announces new €45 million new package of Global Gateway assistance for Lao PDR  EEAS

Malaysia secure third straight win in 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers with four naturalized players against Laos - VnExpress InternationalMalaysia secure third straight win in 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers with four naturalized players against Laos  VnExpress International

Strengthening China-Laos Relations: Strategic Cooperation and Development Initiatives - China BriefingStrengthening China-Laos Relations: Strategic Cooperation and Development Initiatives  China Briefing

Japan-Laos Summit Meeting and Working Dinner - mofa.go.jpJapan-Laos Summit Meeting and Working Dinner  mofa.go.jp

Chinese FM meets Lao FM - English.gov.cnChinese FM meets Lao FM  English.gov.cn

Laos: Seminar for armed forces reaffirms importance of humanitarian law - ICRCLaos: Seminar for armed forces reaffirms importance of humanitarian law  ICRC

How a Secret Tobacco Deal in Laos Enriched a Political Insider - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineHow a Secret Tobacco Deal in Laos Enriched a Political Insider  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

China-Laos Railway carries over 59 million passenger trips since its launch, enhancing regional connectivity - Global TimesChina-Laos Railway carries over 59 million passenger trips since its launch, enhancing regional connectivity  Global Times

Lao, North Korean Leaders Hold Historic Talks in State Visit to Pyongyang - Laotian TimesLao, North Korean Leaders Hold Historic Talks in State Visit to Pyongyang  Laotian Times

China's COMAC seeking majority stake in Lao Airlines, Laos state-run media says - ReutersChina's COMAC seeking majority stake in Lao Airlines, Laos state-run media says  Reuters

Football: No mix-up without heritage players as locals deliver in win over Laos - The StarFootball: No mix-up without heritage players as locals deliver in win over Laos  The Star