Vice President of Laos

Vice President of Laos is the political position in Laos created in 1996. The Vice President is elected by the National Assembly of Laos.

The history of the office holders follows.

No Name Took Office Left Office President Party
1 Sisavath Keobounphanh 1996 1998 Nouhak Phoumsavanh Lao People's Revolutionary Party
2 Oudom Khattigna 1998 1999 Khamtai Siphandon Lao People's Revolutionary Party
Vacant (1999-2001)
5 Choummaly Sayasone 2001 2006 Khamtai Siphandon Lao People's Revolutionary Party
4 Bounnhang Vorachith 2006 Incumbent Choummaly Sayasone Lao People's Revolutionary Party

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