MMEA detains boat carrying Rohingyas in Langkawi


  • Nation
  • Tuesday, 03 Apr 2018

ALOR SETAR: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency has reportedly detained a boat carrying dozens of Rohingya refugees in the waters of Langkawi.

According to sources, about 56 women, men and children on board were being taken to the maritime base in Bukit Malut.

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