Is Karenni a Mongolian?

The Karenni people (also known at times as “Red Karen”) are believed to have descended from the Mongolian plateau at a time of food scarcity in the Gobi Desert, and as a result of oppression from other ethnic groups living in Mongolia.

What race is Karenni?

The Karenni are a branch of the Karen ethnic group - their name means the Red Karens. They live in Kayin (Karenni) state, one of the least developed areas of the country. Like many groups the Karenni have suffered attacks and have been forcibly removed from their land.

Where is Karenni came from?

The Karenni, also known as the Kayah (Burmese: ကယားလူမျိုး) or Kayah Li, are a Karen people native to the Kayah State of Myanmar (Burma).