2012 Laos Public Holidays 2012 Laos Public Holidays. Laos Public
Holidays 2012 include all of the holidays that are recognised by
the national government and are days that most workers have off.
There are however, additional days that are recognised by
regional and municipal governments. There are also religious
holidays that certain people will observe, but are not
recognised as national holidays. Certain banks and private
institutions may also observe selective holidays not recognised
by the Laos national Government. Official Laos Holidays for 2012
are as follows: Jan. 2: International New Year’s Day. This is
the first day of the new year on the International calendar.
Normally observed on January 1, the second day of the year is
substituted as the holiday as January 1st falls on a Sunday.
Mar. 8: International Women’s Day. This day is recognized by
most nations of the world and is set aside to honour the
contributions and importance of women in society and the world.
Apr. 13, 16,17: Pi Mai. This is the Lao