Laos Ranks Second in ASEAN for Forest Coverage, Exceeding 62% of Land Area
Laos has achieved the second-highest forest coverage in ASEAN, with approximately 62.0% of its land area forested, following Brunei. This highlights the nation's biodiversity conservation and economic contributions, while also underscoring global concerns over deforestation.
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