Laos - Wikipedia
WEBLaos, officially the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR or LPDR), is the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia. At the heart of the Indochinese Peninsula, Laos is bordered by Myanmar and China to the northwest, Vietnam to the east, Cambodia to the southeast, and Thailand to the west and southwest.
Laos | History, Flag, Map, Capital, Population, & Facts
WEB2 days ago · Laos, landlocked country of northeast-central mainland Southeast Asia. It consists of an irregularly round portion in the north that narrows into a peninsula-like region stretching to the southeast. Overall, the country extends about 650 miles (1,050 km) from northwest to southeast.
Laos - World Factbook Glyph
WEBMay 15, 2024 · Laos financed the remaining 30% with loans from China. At the same time, Laos has expanded its economic reliance on the West and other Asian countries, such as Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand. In 2023, Lao households faced the highest inflation in almost a quarter-century, with year-on …
Laos travel - Lonely Planet | Asia
WEBCOVID-19. Laos reopens and prepares for international tourists with few restrictions. May 12, 2022 • 2 min read. It's one of Southeast Asia's most isolated countries but after more than two years of border closures, Laos has opened up to all international tourists…
Laos country profile - BBC News
WEB18 April 2023. Laos is one of the world's few openly communist states. It is a one-party state and the general secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party holds ultimate power and...
History of Laos | War, Map, Flag, & Facts | Britannica
WEBhistory of Laos, a survey of the important events and people in the history of Laos. The country, located in northeast-central mainland Southeast Asia, consists of an irregularly round portion in the north that narrows into a peninsula …
Laos - The World Factbook
WEBDec 28, 2021 · Laos - The World Factbook. Explore All Countries. Laos. East Asia/Southeast Asia. Page last updated: December 28, 2021. Photos of Laos. View 8 Photos. Introduction. Background. Modern-day Laos has its roots in the ancient Lao kingdom of Lan Xang, established in the 14th century under King FA NGUM.
Laos summary | Britannica
WEBLaos , officially Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Country, Southeast Asia. Area: 91,429 sq mi (236,800 sq km). Population: (2024 est.) 7,658,000. Capital: Vientiane.
Laos - 2022 World Factbook Archive
WEBDec 21, 2022 · Laos. East and Southeast Asia. Page last updated: December 21, 2022. Photos of Laos. View 8 Photos. Introduction. Background. Modern-day Laos has its roots in the ancient Lao kingdom of Lan Xang, established in the …
Laos' official tourism website - Discover Laos
WEBDiscover Laos. From the rolling mountains of the north to the river islands of the south, ours is a land of untouched wonder and rare beauty. Rich in history, traditions, diverse landscapes and cultures, Laos is sure to captivate your inner explorer.
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