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Christians in this desperately poor communist state are shown two faces by the government. In some places, restrictions on believers are being relaxed. In other areas, local government closely monitors church activity. Christians are considered enemies of the state, churches have been closed, and church leaders placed under surveillance. |
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Key Facts:
Leader:
President Choummaly Sayasone
Population:
5.9 million (3.4% Christian)
Government:
Communist state
Main Religion:
Buddhism
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Laos
