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Laos - General

Key Facts

Geography

Area: 

236,800 sq km (91,400 sq miles).

Population: 

7.9 million (2025).

Population density: 

34 per sq km.

Capital: 

Vientiane.

Government: 

People's Republic.

Head of state: 

President Thongloun Sisoulith since 2021.

Head of government: 

Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone since 2022.

Electricity: 

230 volts AC, 50Hz.

Laos uses Type C and Type F plugs (two round pins). Type A sockets (two flat pins) are also found in some hotels. Travellers should carry a universal adapter to ensure compatibility.

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