Malaysia begins repatriating Myanmar asylum seekers under controversial deal
Malaysia has begun repatriating around 5,000 asylum seekers from Myanmar in a move that has drawn criticism from human rights groups and renewed scrutiny of the country's approach to refugees. The first departures are scheduled to leave later today on three Myanmar navy ships, carrying 1,476 returnees. The operation marks a significant shift in Malaysia's handling of a long-running refugee issue that has been politically sensitive for years.The repatriation is taking place under an agreement reached with Myanmar's military ruler, Min Aung Hlaing, according to the supplied material. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has said the returnees will include Rohingya,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Sep 2026 09:33 LONDON
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