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This a comprehensive video on the black people of Asia, Pacific and Australia.
*Thailand*
The Maniq people, part of the ancient Negrito groups, are among the last hunter-gatherers in Asia. With ancestry dating back over 60,000 years, they are noted for their dark skin, curly hair, and short stature. Living nomadically, they survive through foraging, hunting, and gathering honey, with the forest deeply tied to their cultural and spiritual identity.

*Sri Lanka*
Sri Lanka is home to two distinct groups: the **Kaffirs**, descendants of African Bantu brought by Portuguese colonizers, and the **Vedda**, considered the island’s indigenous people. The Kaffir culture, rooted in African heritage, is endangered. The Vedda, whose ancestry spans over 16,000 years, show a unique genetic mix linking them to ancient South Asian hunter-gatherers.

*India*
India hosts the *Adivasi**, **Andamanese**, and **Siddi* communities.

Adivasis are indigenous tribes considered descendants of the first human migrations from Africa. Today, over 100 million live across India.
*Andamanese*, isolated on the Andaman Islands, are direct descendants of early African migrants. Their distinct features—dark skin, short stature, curly hair—highlight their ancient roots.
Siddi people are of African descent, brought to India centuries ago. Now mainly in Karnataka, Gujarat, and Maharashtra, they blend African heritage with Indian culture, especially through music, dance, and sports.

*Malaysia*
The **Orang Asli**, indigenous to Peninsular Malaysia, include the Semang, Batek, Senoi, and Proto-Malay groups. With a presence of over 25,000 years, they reflect the earliest African migrations. Roughly 178,000 live today across diverse landscapes. Traditionally hunter-gatherers and farmers, many now balance traditional life with modern education and labor.

*Australia*
Two major indigenous groups are the *Aborigines* and **Torres Strait Islanders**.

*Aborigines*, with over 50,000 years of history, form one of the world’s oldest cultures. Known for their connection to the land through “Dreamtime,” they number around 800,000 today.
Torres Strait Islanders are of Melanesian descent, living between Australia and Papua New Guinea. With a culture rooted in fishing and seafaring, their identity remains distinct, though many now live on the mainland.

*Pacific Islanders*
Covering **Polynesia**, **Micronesia**, and **Melanesia**, Pacific Islanders are descendants of Austronesian-speaking peoples. Populations are spread across islands such as Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu, and Papua New Guinea. Physically diverse, Melanesians often have dark skin and curly hair, while Polynesians typically have medium skin tones and robust builds. Traditional lifestyles centered on fishing, agriculture, and communal living continue to blend with modern life.

*Philippines*
The *Negrito* peoples, such as the Aeta, Agta, and Ati, are among the archipelago’s oldest inhabitants, with roots over 30,000 years old. Genetically linked to Australo-Melanesians, they maintain distinct traits like dark skin and curly hair. Numbering around 30,000–50,000, they are found in Luzon, Palawan, and other islands.

*Indonesia*
Indonesia features diverse indigenous groups like the **Timorese**, **Moluccans**, and **West Papuans**:

*Timorese*, of mixed Austronesian and Melanesian ancestry, live mainly in Timor-Leste. Their features range from dark-skinned with curly hair to lighter-skinned individuals.
*Moluccans*, native to the Spice Islands, reflect Asian and Melanesian roots. Traditionally farmers and fishers, their culture is rich in oral traditions and influenced by European colonization.
*West Papuans*, part of the Melanesian world, have deep ancestral roots and speak over 250 languages. Despite rich traditions in agriculture, music, and art, they face political and social challenges under Indonesian rule.

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