Rohingya

Malaysia, which for years sheltered Rohingya Muslims fleeing persecution in Myanmar, is now planning to send them back. Reports say the government is moving toward returns to Myanmar despite ongoing concerns about safety and the lack of citizenship rights for the minority there. Advocates warn the community, many of whom live as undocumented refugees in Malaysia, faces an uncertain future as the policy shifts.

Malaysia has sent Rohingya refugees back to Myanmar even after warnings that they face serious danger there. Human rights groups and observers have criticised the move, arguing that returning Rohingya to Myanmar, where they have faced persecution and ongoing conflict, violates international protections for refugees and puts lives at risk.