Modern-day Laos traces its roots back to the ancient Lao kingdom of Lan Xang. From the late 18th century until the late 19th century, Laos was under the control of Siam (present-day Thailand) before becoming part of French Indochina. In 1975, the communist Pathet Lao movement took control of the government. A gradual, limited return to private enterprise and the liberalization of foreign investment laws began in 1988. CIA’s World Factbook is a public resource providing basic information on 258 w

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Today we kick off #InsideCIA – a new series that will take you inside Langley to better understand the Agency's diverse work, people, and career opportunities. For those who may not know, #CIA is made up of five broad disciplines, known as directorates, each of which contribute a unique set of capabilities to support our vital mission. Each month between now and December, we'll introduce you to one of #TheDirectorates: Operations, Science & Technology, Analysis, Digital Innovation, and Support.