Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Thai
Language: Northern Thai - (nod)
Alternate Name(s): Tai Yuan
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Laos
Also found in: Thailand
Population: 41,500
Global Population: 7,201,500
Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Northern Thai of Laos, numbering 41,500, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Thai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 7,201,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Northern Thai. The primary religion practiced by the Northern Thai is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available