Laos, [a] officially the Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR), [b] is the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia. Located on the Indochinese Peninsula, it is bordered by Myanmar and China to the …

4 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 …

4 days ago · The Lao Times promote basic human rights, educate democracy and covering human rights abuses in Southeast Asia and Indo-Pacific.

1 day ago · The Lao People's Democratic Republic (Laos) is a developing country ruled by a one-party, Communist government. Political power is centralized in the Lao People's Revolutionary Party.

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2 days ago · Authorities in Vientiane have acknowledged persistent problems with vehicle overloading and outlined plans to improve floodwater drainage ahead of the 2026 rainy season.

May 5, 2025 · Discover the rich Lao Culture. Ethnic diversity, Buddhist traditions, festivals and daily life rooted in harmony & community in Laos.

Sep 18, 2025 · Less famous than its neighbors, Thailand and Vietnam, Laos can sometimes sink into obscurity along the Southeast Asia backpacking trail. Don’t let it. The quiet and culturally rich Lao …

6 days ago · Laos is an ethnically and linguistically diverse country. The official language of Laos is Lao, although various foreign languages have often been used by the elite. French was once the …

5 hours ago · The annual Lao New Year 2025 was celebrated April 18 to 20, 2025 at the Lao community of Lanexang Village in Broussard, La. A Thak Baht Ceremony was held at the Lao Temple of Wat …