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1980 in Laos

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Historical records for Laos in 1980

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1980

State Leadership

Ratanavongsa, Souphanouvong · Vientiane · President of Laos · Government / Lao Peoples Democratic Republic

Continues as president while Kaysone Phomvihane controls party and government

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