Religious freedom conditions in Laos remain poor. The government uses Decree 315 to deprive the religious freedom of minority religious communities. Central and local governments use administrative regulations to hinder joining Buddhist religious orders and to prevent the construction of minority houses or worship.

Source: Traditional lao village with temple stairs and mountain background near Vang Vieng, Laos, Shuttershock / Mazur Travel

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