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Lao People's Democratic Republic · South-Eastern Asia, Asia. Capital: Vientiane.

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Laos in magenta, neighbours in pink · ● capital

Laos in context

Laos is home to about 7.6 million people, 0.1% of the world's population, on 236,800 km² of territory. It is landlocked, with no coastline. It shares land borders with 5 countries: Myanmar, Cambodia, China, Thailand, Vietnam.

Closest in size in Asia: compare Laos and Kyrgyzstan. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.

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Laos FAQ

What is the capital of Laos?

The capital of Laos is Vientiane.

What is the population of Laos?

About 7.6 million people (7,647,000), which ranks 103rd of 197 countries.

How big is Laos?

Laos covers 236,800 km² (91,429 sq mi), the 82nd-largest country by area.

What continent is Laos in?

Laos is in Asia, in the South-Eastern Asia subregion.

What countries border Laos?

Laos borders 5 countries: Myanmar, Cambodia, China, Thailand, Vietnam.

What language is spoken in Laos?

Official or national language: Lao.

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