Laos

About the flag

The flag depicted is the national flag of Laos. It features a blue field symbolizing the Mekong River, a red stripe representing the bloodshed for independence, and a large white circle that stands for unity and the full moon over the river. Recognizing the Laos flag helps you appreciate Cambodia's rich cultural history and its geographical significance in Southeast Asia. Laos, officially known as the Lao People's Democratic Republic, is the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia. This flag was adopted in 1975 and reflects the nation’s communist government and its goals for unity and friendship among its people. To remember the flag, you might visualize the serene beauty of the Mekong River and the warm glow of the moon, both integral to Laotian life and identity.