Malaysia and Myanmar agree to return over 3,500 detainees in second phase
Malaysia confirmed that 3,542 Myanmar detainees will be repatriated after an initial group of 1,476 returned yesterday.
A diplomatic note sent on Aug 13 listed the names of 1,476 detainees who were sent back to Myanmar. Malaysia's government spokesman said the first batch has already been identified by Myanmar authorities. In a post-cabinet briefing, officials announced that a second tranche of 3,542 detainees has been approved for return in the next stage.
Why it matters
It shows regional cooperation to resolve the status of thousands of detained migrants.
How this story developed
- Sep 22 Myanmar refugees fear forced returns as Malaysia and Thailand tighten policies
- Sep 28 At least 33 people were killed and 36 wounded when a military airstrike hit Kyauktaw in Rakhine state, according to the Arakan Army and aid worker Wai Hun Aung.
- Sep 29 A government spokesperson did not immediately reply to inquiries about the strike.
- Sep 29 The first wave of 1,476 Myanmar nationals departed Malaysia.
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