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Laos Flag: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Laos

History of the flag

Inspired by the Lao Issara independence movement of 1945-1946, the flag was adopted by the Communist Party as the national flag at the time of independence in 1975.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • Symbolizing unity and the Moon shining over the Mekong.

  • Red symbolizes the blood shed for independence.

  • Blue embodies the Mekong and the people's desire for prosperity.

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