Important government decisions are vetted by the Council of Ministers. The FY 2000 central government budget plan called for revenue of $180 million and expenditures of $289 million, including capital expenditures of $202 million. == Political culture == Laos' first, French-written and monarchical constitution was promulgated on May 11, 1947 and declared it to be an independent state within the French Union.
The revised constitution of May 11, 1957, omitted reference to the French Union, though close educational, health and technical ties with the former colonial power persisted.
The 1957 document was abrogated on December 3, 1975, when a communist state was proclaimed. A new constitution was adopted in 1991 and enshrined a "leading role" for the LPRP.
The 1957 document was abrogated on December 3, 1975, when a communist state was proclaimed. A new constitution was adopted in 1991 and enshrined a "leading role" for the LPRP.
Although the Standing Committee has decisive authority, the same article does state that President does have some power regarding the appointment, transferal or removal of the Vice President. In 1983, Oun Nue Phimmasone became the first President of the People's Supreme Court.
Currently, the President is Khamphanh Sithidampha. === Public Prosecutor's Office === The Public Prosecutor's Office was established in 1990.
The 1957 document was abrogated on December 3, 1975, when a communist state was proclaimed. A new constitution was adopted in 1991 and enshrined a "leading role" for the LPRP.
Important government decisions are vetted by the Council of Ministers. The FY 2000 central government budget plan called for revenue of $180 million and expenditures of $289 million, including capital expenditures of $202 million. == Political culture == Laos' first, French-written and monarchical constitution was promulgated on May 11, 1947 and declared it to be an independent state within the French Union.
This National Assembly, which essentially acts as a rubber stamp for the LPRP, approves all new laws, although the executive branch retains authority to issue binding decrees. The most recent election took place in March 2016. === Insurgency === In the early 2000s, bomb attacks against the government occurred, coupled with small exchanges of fire, across Laos.
As of a cabinet reshuffle on June 8, 2006, they are Maj.
Choummaly Sayasone, General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party Thongsing Thammavong, Prime Minister (since 23 December 2010) Colonel Bounnhang Vorachith, Vice President of Lao People's Democratic Republic, Standing Member of the Secretariat Pany Yathotou, Chairwoman of the National Assembly (since 23 December 2010) Dr Thongloun Sisoulith, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Head of the Party's National External Relations Committee Maj.
Douangchay Phichith, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of National Defence (died in 2014) Somsavat Lengsavad, Deputy Prime Minister Dr.
Choummaly Sayasone Bounnhang Vorachit (PCC Standing Secretariat) Dr Bounthong Chitmany, Chairman of the Commission for Inspection, Chairman of the State Inspection Committee Dr Bounpone Bouttanavong, Head of Lao Party Central Office, Deputy Prime Minister Dr Thongban Seng-aphone, Minister of Public Security (died in 2014) Chansy Phosikham, Head of the Party's Central Organisation Commission Soukan Mahalath, Secretary of the Vientiane City Party Committee, Vientiane Mayor (died in 2014) Lt.
This National Assembly, which essentially acts as a rubber stamp for the LPRP, approves all new laws, although the executive branch retains authority to issue binding decrees. The most recent election took place in March 2016. === Insurgency === In the early 2000s, bomb attacks against the government occurred, coupled with small exchanges of fire, across Laos.
A variety of different groups have claimed responsibility including the Committee for Independence and Democracy in Laos and Lao Citizens Movement for Democracy. ==Executive branch== |President |Bounnhang Vorachith |Lao People's Revolutionary Party |20 April 2016 |- |Prime Minister |Thongloun Sisoulith |Lao People's Revolutionary Party |20 April 2016 |} The president is elected by the National Assembly for a five-year term.
024 / NA (On the Adoption of the Law on Lawyers; November 9, 2016), requirements include possessing a baccalaureate degree, being a Laos citizen and passing an examination (separate requirements exist for foreign lawyers).
For instance, in 2018, it was announced that Napaporn Phong Thai was appointed as the President of Court Zone 2, Xayaburi Province. Per Article 93, the President, Vice President and the judges are appointed, transferred or removed by the Standing Committee of the National Assembly.
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