Affinity Group: South Asian Peoples
Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Punjabi
Language: Panjabi - (pan)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Islam - Sunni
Country: United Arab Emirates
Also found in: Afghanistan; Bangladesh; Denmark; Fiji; France; Kenya; Kuwait; Malaysia; Myanmar; Nepal; Oman; Singapore; Sri Lanka; Tanzania; Thailand; United Kingdom; United States
Population: 313,000
Global Population: 2,319,970
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Punjabis of United Arab Emirates, numbering 313,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Punjabi people cluster within the South Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 2,319,970 in 18 countries. Their primary language is Panjabi. The primary religion practiced by the Punjabis is Sunni Islam, the largest branch of Islam. Sunni Muslims follow the teachings of the Qur'an and consider the first four caliphs to be the rightful successors of Muhammad.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available