While the Portuguese made few converts to Christianity in Asia in the sixteenth century,Islam continued to spread in the region.

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This statement is true. While the Portuguese did establish a strong presence in Asia through trade and conquest, they were not very successful in converting people to Christianity. Meanwhile, Islam continued to spread throughout the region, through trade and also through the influence of Sufi mystics who preached a message of spiritual equality and attracted many converts.

While the Portuguese Made Few Converts to Christianity in Asia