National flag of Laos

Flag of Laos
The official name of Laos (LAO) is Lao People’s Democratic Republic and consists of Red, blue and white flag colors. The capital city of Laos is Vientiane. Laos has the total estimated population as of 2021 is 6,693,300 or 6.7 M based on 18 states, 20 cities. The independence day is celebrated on October 22, 1953 and the founder of Laos is Fa Ngum.

6,693,300
(6.7 M)

Population

236,800.0 km2
(91,428.9536 sqm)

Area

Asia

Continent

UTC+07:00

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About Laos Flag

Laos flag
Laos Flag Colors   Red
  Blue
  White
Meaning of Laos flag colors

Laos’ flag has three colors in total. Red and blue strips and a white disc. The three colors have the following significance:
Red: the blood shed during the internal struggle for freedom.
Blue: wealth of Laos.
White: The white disc on the blue band suggests the moon shining over Mekong River.


Laos Flag Proportion Ratio 2:3
Laos Flag Proportion in Decimal 1.5
Official Laos's Flag Adoption Date December 2, 1975 (48 years, 4 months ago)

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Neighboring Countries of Laos

Cambodia

China

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