Affinity Group: Southeast Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Thai

Language: Thai - (tha)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Buddhism

Country: Myanmar

Also found in: Australia; Cambodia; Canada; France; Germany; Malaysia; Singapore; Thailand; United States

Population: 36,500

Global Population: 17,635,700

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Central Thai of Myanmar, numbering 36,500, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Thai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 17,635,700 in 10 countries. Their primary language is Thai. The primary religion practiced by the Central Thai is Buddhism, a system of beliefs and practices based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, commonly known as the Buddha.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available