Civil society groups urge Malaysia to stop Rohingya returns

🌐 The Straits Times (MY) —
Civil society groups urge Malaysia to stop Rohingya returns

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Over 160 civil society organizations urged Malaysia to stop plans to deport Rohingya refugees back to Myanmar due to risks of ongoing violence and forced conscription. The statement highlights concerns over human rights violations facing the Rohingya community.

Sept 23 - More than 160 civil society organisations released a joint statement on Wednesday urging Malaysia to halt plans to deport Rohingya refugees to Myanmar, citing severe risks of ongoing violence and forced conscription.

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