Chinese, general in Sudan

Chinese, general
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People Name: Chinese, general
Country: Sudan
10/40 Window: Yes
Population: 7,600
World Population: 16,066,000
Primary Language: Chinese, Mandarin
Primary Religion: Ethnic Religions
Christian Adherents: 15.00 %
Evangelicals: 9.00 %
Scripture: Complete Bible
Ministry Resources: Yes
Jesus Film: Yes
Audio Recordings: Yes
People Cluster: Chinese
Affinity Bloc: East Asian Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction / History

The Chinese in Sudan are usually representing Chinese international corporations. They come and go, depending on how volatile the situation may be.

What Are Their Lives Like?

They are awaiting the fighting to die down, sometimes taking sides. They are making predatory loans to the Sudanese government in hopes of gaining control of key infrastructure like ports and transportation networks. This situation is likely to cause a backlash against ethnic Chinese in Sudan.

What Are Their Beliefs?

The Chinese in Sudan are mainly involved in traditional Chinese religion, which has its similarities to African religion. Both emphasize the worship of ancestral spirits. There is also a Christian minority that can be salt and light in Sudan given the right circumstances.

What Are Their Needs?

The Chinese need to put their hope and faith in Jesus Christ. As it stands, they are usually committed to material gain without considering the spiritual consequences.

Prayer Points

Pray for peace and justice in Sudan.
Pray for God s protection of the innocent in Sudan.
Pray for ethnic Chinese in Sudan to put their spiritual lives ahead of material gain.
Pray that Christian Chinese in Sudan will be filled with the fruit of the Holy Spirit, drawing Muslims to Christ.

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