The estimated PDI for Laos was moderately
high at 67 which indicates a hierarchical society with
top-down management where society is generally patient and
accepting of its members and leadership. Finally, SEA
developments in Laos indicate the absence of SEA legislation,
SEA application and public participation provisions though
public participation application is present. Consequently,
Laos’ moderately high PDI may explain its ambivalence
towards SEA implementation consistent with a laissez-faire
attitude towards change.