1 mission of Norway in Lao People's Democratic Republic: Consulate General of Norway in Vientiane, Laos. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr Henrik Schmith, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Norway offers a captivating experience for visitors, featuring stunning fjords and rugged landscapes that appeal to nature enthusiasts. With a thriving tourism sector attracting over a million foreign visitors each year, it could be an intriguing destination for some of the 700,000 Laotians who travel abroad annually.
Norway is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Laos. It ranks 18th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Norway is ranked 28th out of 160 countries, indicating a higher level of safety compared to Laos, which ranks 48th. In terms of crime statistics, Norway has a low murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, while specific data for Laos is not available. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that Norway has lower scores in various crime categories compared to Laos, suggesting a safer environment overall. For example, Norway has a score of 4.5 for mafia groups and 2.0 for state crime, while Laos scores 1.5 and 6.0, respectively. Overall, tourists from Laos can feel relatively secure when visiting Norway, as it is safer in terms of crime and overall peace.
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