Malaysia Says Myanmar Refugee Return Will Not Go Ahead If Lives Are At Risk The Malaysian government's recent announcement that it will not repatriate 5,000 Rohingya refugees to Myanmar if their lives are at risk has sparked concerns about the true motivations behind this decision.
On the surface, it appears to be a humanitarian gesture, but closer examination reveals a more complex picture. Malaysia's handling of the refugee situation is marred by inconsistencies.
The country has taken in thousands of Rohingya fleeing persecution and violence in Myanmar, only to now consider sending them back into harm's way.