M'sia needs clear laws on rights of refugees, asylum seekers


PETALING JAYA: As Malaysia only recognises documented immigrants, a clear law that grants rights to refugees and asylum seekers must be enacted, says Malaysians Against Death Penalty and Torture (Madpet).

Madpet founder Charles Hector said as Malaysia only recognised legal and documented foreigners with a valid visa, refugees and asylum seekers who fall into the category of "illegal immigrants" need a clear law that grants recognition to them.

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