19.8563° N, 102.4955° E
Literacy Rate
84.7%
People Groups
128
Unreached People Groups
109
Population In Unreached
78.7%
Persecution rating
22
(1=High to 50=Low)
Country Profile and Radical's Work
Climate: tropical monsoon; rainy season (May to November); dry season (December to April)
Terrain: mostly rugged mountains; some plains and plateaus
Environment Issues: unexploded ordnance; deforestation; soil erosion; loss of biodiversity; water pollution, most of the population does not have access to potable water
Languages: Lao (official), French, English, various ethnic languages
Government Type: communist state
URGENT is engaged in the following activities within Laos:
Communism prevents Christian converts from expressing their faith freely. Communities are often encouraged by local officials to apply pressure to Christians living among them. Though the government has initiated a new program called “freedom of religion and belief,” it’s unclear as to whether there will be any lasting, positive impact for those not adhering to a Buddhist belief system. (Source: Open Doors)
19.8563° N, 102.4955° E
Persecution rating
22
(1=High to 50=Low)
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