Buddhism in Saudi Arabia

In this article, we are going to delve into the fascinating world of Buddhism in Saudi Arabia. From its origins to its influence on today's society, we will explore all the relevant aspects related to this topic. Over the next few lines, we will analyze its impact in different areas, its evolution over time, as well as its possible implications in the future. We will address both its positive and negative aspects, with the goal of giving the reader a more complete and balanced understanding of Buddhism in Saudi Arabia. Join us on this tour and discover everything there is to know about this fascinating topic.

The International Religious Freedom Report 2007, of U.S. Department of State, estimated that more than 8 million foreigners are living and working in Saudi Arabia, including Muslims and non-Muslims.[1]

There are 400,000 Sri Lankans, as well as a few thousand Buddhist workers from East Asia, the majority of which are: Chinese, Vietnamese, and Taiwanese. There is also a possibility that a percentage of Nepalese immigrants also help make up the estimated 8 million foreign residents in Saudi Arabia.

This amount of foreign inhabitants makes about 1.5% of Saudi Arabia's population Buddhists, or around 400,000 nominal Buddhists, most likely giving Saudi Arabia the largest Buddhist community in the Middle East or Arab World.

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  1. ^ "The US State Department's International Religious Freedom Report 2007 - Saudi Arabia". 2001-2009.state.gov. Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. September 14, 2007. Retrieved November 7, 2023.


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