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Laos
Mekong Calm, Golden Temples
Overview
A landlocked Southeast Asian gem along the Mekong River, known for its Buddhist monasteries, French colonial touches, and a relaxed pace of life.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
South-Eastern Asia
Land Area
236,800 km²
Capital
Vientiane
Languages
Lao
Currencies
Lao kip (₭)
At a Glance
12
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
12
Freedom
11
Security
13
Life Expectancy
68.2 yrs
Median Age
24.3 yrs
Urbanization
39%
Cost Index
22
Housing Index
13
Healthcare Access
13/100
Climate
Average Temperature
24.7°C
Average AQI
62
Most Temperate Cities
1 Muang Không 28°C
2 Muang Pathoumphon 27.5°C
3 Muang Soukhouma 27.2°C
4 Muang Mounlapamôk 27.2°C
5 Muang Champasak 27°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Muang Soukhouma 23 AQI
2 Muang Thapangthong 23 AQI
3 Muang Thatèng 23 AQI
4 Muang Toumlan 23 AQI
5 Muang Vapi 23 AQI
Cities
Muang Xaibouli Attapeu Muang Soukhouma Muang Ta-Ôy Muang Thakhèk Muang Thapangthong Muang Thatèng Muang Thathôm Muang Tônpheung Muang Toumlan Muang Vapi Muang Vilabouli
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Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 22
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 13
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 20.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 1/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 30/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 48 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 18
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 0.19% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 40 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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