Anwar says Malaysia seeks security guarantees before any Myanmar refugee returns

Speaking after the inaugural Professionals Conference & Exhibition at the KLGCC Convention Centre, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reiterated Malaysia's stance on the Myanmar refugee crisis. He said critics who urge the country simply not to send refugees back ignore the practical problem of where thousands would be placed. Instead, Malaysia is pursuing negotiations with Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing to obtain security guarantees that would make any repatriation safe.

Anwar emphasized that the talks aim to bind conditions that protect the refugees' welfare and human rights. He added that condemning the government for taking the initiative would be unfair, as Malaysia is trying to balance humanitarian concerns with realistic solutions. The talks represent Malaysia's effort to manage the hundreds of thousands of Myanmar refugees currently on its soil.