Myanmar Refugee Return Will Not Go Ahead If Lives Are at Risk, Says Malaysia Malaysia's decision to halt the repatriation of 5,000 Rohingya refugees to Myanmar has raised questions about the country's commitment to protecting its own citizens, as well as those fleeing conflict.
The Malaysian government's reluctance to return these refugees is a response to growing tensions and harassment faced by the Rohingya community within Malaysia.
Rohingya individuals have been subjected to school closures, evictions, and brief detentions in Malaysia, creating an environment where their safety is far from guaranteed.