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This article lists the previous heads of state of Laos . Since the Laos People's Democratic Republic was proclaimed on December 2, 1975, a president has been the head of state of Laos. He is provided by the Lao People's Revolutionary Party .
Kings of Laos
President of the People's Democratic Republic of Laos
Surname
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Beginning of the term of office
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Term expires
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Souphanouvong
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2nd December 1975
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December 15, 1991
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Phoumi Vongvichit ( acting )
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December 31, 1986
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August 15, 1991
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Kaysone Phomvihane
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August 15, 1991
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November 21, 1992
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Nouhak Phoumsavanh
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November 25, 1992
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February 24, 1998
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Khamtay Siphandone
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February 24, 1998
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June 8, 2006
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Choummaly Sayasone
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June 8, 2006
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April 20, 2016
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Boungnang Vorachith
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April 20, 2016
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officiating
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supporting documents
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Martin Stuart-Fox : Historical Dictionary of Laos. 3rd edition, Scarecrow Press, Lanham MD / Plymouth 2008. Appendix A: Rulers and Leaders, p. 391 ff.