Decree No. 207 on Ethnic Groups. País/Territorio Lao, Rep. Dem. Popular Tipo de documento Reglamento Fecha 2020 Fuente FAO, FAOLEX Materia Especies silvestres y ecosistemas Palabra clave Patrimonio cultural Recursos genéticos Pueblos indígenas Pobreza Participación pública Uso sostenible Turismo Conocimientos tradicionales/ conocimiento indígena Área geográphica Asia, Asia y Pacifico, Naciones en desarrollo sin litoral, Países menos desarrollados, Asia Sudoriental Resumen The purpose of this Decree is to promote unity among the nation’s diverse ethnic groups. The Decree provides officials with guidelines for the regulation of ethnic groups. Individuals and all types of organisations, in both the public and private sectors, are encouraged to engage in the affairs of the country’s ethnic groups. The decree states that ethnic groups must be governed using principles that ensure unity and equality. In addition, all ethnic groups should be permitted to practice their special customs and traditions in accordance with the country’s constitution and laws. Texto completo Laosiano Página web laoofficialgazette.gov.la