Lao s By: Karla Soria
Why do Laos speak French???? Because Laos was once a part of France’s colony
Laos flag
Map of Laos
Military Branches Lao People's Armed Forces Lao People's Army includes Riverine Force, Air Force
Military age n obligations Must be 18 years old Minimum 18- month of service
Languages Lao (official) French English various ethnic languages
School life expectancy total: 9 years male: 10 years female: 9 years
Government Type Communist
Gain their independence 19 July 1949 (from France) Chao Aonuvong
National holiday Republic Day, 2 December (1975) Legal system civil law system similar in form to the French system
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