1997 in Laos

The following lists events that happened during 1997 in Laos.

Incumbents

 * President: Nouhak Phoumsavanh
 * Vice President: Sisavath Keobounphanh
 * Prime Minister: Khamtai Siphandon

July

 * 23 July — Laos is admitted to the ASEAN.

December

 * 21 December - 1997 Laotian parliamentary election