7. Buddhist migrants around the world
Buddhist migrants – who make up 4% of all migrants – are heavily concentrated in the Asia-Pacific region.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
Buddhist migrants – who make up 4% of all migrants – are heavily concentrated in the Asia-Pacific region.
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