‘Incomprehensible’: Malaysia’s Rohingya returns deal sparks refoulement fears
- Posted on July 30, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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International human rights organizations have raised serious concerns regarding Malaysia's agreement to facilitate the repatriation of Rohingya refugees to Myanmar. Experts warn that returnees face significant risks including forced military conscription, unlawful detention, torture allegations, and compulsory labor conditions. The controversial deal has intensified the debate surrounding refugee protection standards and the principle of non-refoulement in Southeast Asia.
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