Difficult to deport Rohingya refugees as other nations, including Myanmar, not willing to accept them, says Immigration DG


PETALING JAYA: Malaysia faces difficulties in repatriating Rohingya refugees as other countries, including Myanmar, are not willing to take them in, says Immigration director-general Datuk Khairul Dzaimee Daud (pic).

In an interview with Sinar Harian, Khairul said this has made Malaysia the main destination for Rohingya to seek refuge and settle in the country.

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