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Laos

Coordinates: 18°N 105°E / 18°N 105°E / 18; 105

Laos ((i/ˈls/, /ˈlɑː.ɒs/, /ˈlɑː.s/, or /ˈl.ɒs/)Lao: ສາທາລະນະລັດ ປະຊາທິປະໄຕ ປະຊາຊົນລາວ, pronounced [sǎːtʰáːlanalat pásáːtʰipátàj pásáːsón láːw] Sathalanalat Paxathipatai Paxaxon Lao), officially the Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR) (French: République démocratique populaire lao), is a landlocked country in Southeast Asia, bordered by Myanmar (Burma) and China to the northwest, Vietnam to the east, Cambodia to the south, and Thailand to the west. Since 1975, it has been ruled by a Marxist and communist government. Its population was estimated to be around 6.8 million in July 2014.

Laos traces its history to the kingdom of Lan Xang, which existed from the 14th to the 18th century when it split into three kingdoms. In 1893, it became a French protectorate, with the three kingdoms—Luang Phrabang, Vientiane and Champasak — uniting to form what is now known as Laos. It briefly gained independence in 1945 after Japanese occupation, but returned to French rule until it was granted autonomy in 1949. Laos became independent in 1953, with a constitutional monarchy under Sisavang Vong. Shortly after independence, a long civil war ended the monarchy, when the Communist Pathet Lao movement came to power in 1975.

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Laos (disambiguation)

Laos is a country in southeast Asia.

Laos or LAOS may also refer to:

  • Lao River, a river of southern Italy
  • Laüs, an ancient Greek colony situated on the above river
  • Galangal, aka Laos, an oriental spice
  • Popular Orthodox Rally, known as LAOS, Greek right-wing populist/nationalist political party
  • Aino Laos, aka Gudrun Laos, English/German singer
  • Filipino word for Outdated
  • Finnish Drum and Bass artist
  • Podcasts:

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    ALBUMS

    PLAYLIST TIME:

    When I Close My Eyes

    by: Lizz Wright

    When I close my eyes, I can almost taste you
    I can't face you, you're still too strong
    And it's no surprise, I can't erase you
    I tried to replace you but it all went wrong
    'Cause seeds don't crawl off the mountains
    And they don't fall, fall from the tree
    And they don't drop, not when you're counting
    Or maybe that's my sweet philosophy
    Yeah, yeah, yeah
    When I close my eyes, I dream about you
    Tell me how to, tell me how not to
    Grab on to something new
    I looked my fate past through
    But instead I keep on holding on
    I keep holding on when I close my eyes
    I think about you, I just can't let you go




    Latest News for: Laos radio

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    Laos emphasizes importance of social work in disaster relief

    Xinhua 27 Mar 2025
    ... Service Workforce in Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Resilience," highlighted the profession's expanding role in humanitarian and climate response efforts, Lao National Radio reported on Thursday.
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    Lao gov't focuses on tackling critical national issues

    Xinhua 26 Mar 2025
    The meeting, held from Monday to Tuesday, also emphasized the need for continued efforts in preventing and suppressing drug trafficking and human trafficking, Lao National Radio reported on Wednesday.
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    Laos boosts efforts against money laundering, terrorism financing

    Xinhua 25 Mar 2025
    The seminar, held in Lao capital Vientiane from Tuesday to Wednesday, was attended by Lao Deputy Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith, government officials and representatives from various sectors, according to Lao National Radio.
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    Exhibition held to mark 70th anniversary of Lao People's Revolutionary Party

    Xinhua 21 Mar 2025
    The exhibition "70 Years of the Birth and Growth of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party," featured nearly 300 images, documents, and artifacts, Lao National Radio reported on Friday.
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    Laos to enhance climate resilience

    Xinhua 14 Mar 2025
    ... infrastructure solutions to mitigate flood risks and protect vital urban wetlands in Lao capital Vientiane, aiming to enhance urban climate resilience in Laos, Lao National Radio reported on Friday.
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    Laos holds book festival to promote reading culture

    Xinhua 13 Mar 2025
    The festival, taking place in the Lao capital Vientiane from March 12 to March 16, also celebrates the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Lao People's Democratic Republic, Lao National Radio reported on Thursday.
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    Laos, Thailand make join efforts to combat human trafficking

    Xinhua 12 Mar 2025
    ... emphasized the importance of collaboration in monitoring trafficking cases and ensuring the safety and dignity of victims, according to the report of Lao National Radio.
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    Laos enhances disaster response efforts

    Xinhua 11 Mar 2025
    ... among government bodies, social organizations, and communities to better prepare for and respond to disasters, Lao National Radio reported on Tuesday.
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