Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Tai
Language: Tai Nüa - (tdd)
Alternate Name(s): Shan Dai, Han Tai
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: China
Also found in: Laos; Myanmar
Population: 196,000
Global Population: 290,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Tai Nua of China, numbering 196,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Tai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 290,500 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Tai Nüa. The primary religion practiced by the Tai Nua is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available