Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Thai

Language: Northeastern Thai - (tts)

Alternate Name(s): Northeastern Thai, Isaan Sub-Cluster

Primary Religion: Buddhism - Theravada

Country: Thailand

Also found in: United States

Population: 18,560,000

Global Population: 18,561,300

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Isaan of Thailand, numbering 18,560,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Thai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 18,561,300 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Northeastern Thai. The primary religion practiced by the Isaan is Theravada Buddhism, the oldest surviving branch of Buddhism.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available