Lao People’s Democratic Republic lies in the lower Mekong River basin of Southeast Asia. The nation shares borders with China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar. The country is highly vulnerable to riverine and flash flooding, as well as tropical cyclones. Drought exposure is also a concern, as hydropower development on the Mekong River is significantly altering the hydrology of the region. The country's vulnerability is exacerbated by its reliance on agricultural activities and lack of coping capacity.
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