Malaysia begins Myanmar repatriations despite safety warnings by UN and rights groups
Malaysia has initiated a voluntary program to repatriate Myanmar nationals. The move proceeds despite warnings from the United Nations and various human rights organizations regarding safety concerns.
MANJUNG, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysia began repatriating Myanmar nationals under a voluntary program despite warnings from the United Nations refugee agency and rights groups that conditions in the country remain unsafe for them. The 1,476 people who began the trip Monday are among 5,000 Myanmar nationals who will be repatriated in stages from Malaysia, where...
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