Key Facts
Laos
Population: 6.8 million
Religions: Animistic Buddhism 60%, Spirit Worship 38%, Christians 1%, Other (Muslim, Bahai, Non-religious) 1%
Summary
Laos [Lao Peoples’ Democratic Republic] has been one of the world’s poorest countries, but it is now experiencing significant economic growth as it enters the 21st century. Many people are spiritually hungry and the gospel is spreading as God’s people, many who have endured the fires of persecution, share the gospel with friends and neighbors.
