Flag of Laos
Colors
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Meaning & Symbolism
Red represents the blood shed in the struggle for independence, blue symbolizes the country's wealth, and the white circle represents the full moon over the Mekong River, as well as the unity of the people under the Lao People's Revolutionary Party.
History
Adopted on December 2, 1975 when the monarchy was abolished and the people's republic was established.
Curiosities
It is the only communist flag that does not use a red star. The white disc represents the full moon, a symbol of good fortune in Lao culture.
