Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Tai
Language: Khün - (kkh)
Alternate Name(s): Hkun, Shan Sub-cluster, Khuen, Khun Shan
Primary Religion: Buddhism - Theravada
Country: Myanmar
Also found in: Thailand
Population: 100,000
Global Population: 107,000
Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Tai Khun of Myanmar, numbering 100,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Tai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 107,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Khün. The primary religion practiced by the Tai Khun is Theravada Buddhism, the oldest surviving branch of Buddhism.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available