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1986 in Laos

Explore 2 historical events and records for Laos in 1986.

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Historical records for Laos in 1986

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October

29 October 1986

Acting President

Vongvichit, Phoumi · Vientiane · Acting President of Laos · Government / Lao Peoples Democratic Republic

Becomes acting president after Souphanouvong leaves active office

November

15 November 1986

New Economic Mechanism

Phomvihane, Kaysone · Vientiane · Prime Minister of Laos · Economy / New Economic Mechanism

Announces market-oriented reforms at the fourth party congress

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