Because Malaysia is not party to the UN Refugee Agency’s (UNHCR) 1951 Refugee Convention or its 1967 Protocol, there is no legal framework on the rights of refugees and asylum seekers in the country.

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After years in exile, Tarique Rahman returns home to a nation in flux.

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Troops with the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) raise their flag after the capture of Lashio in July 2024. A year later, China pressured the MNDAA to withdraw and cede control of ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

The National Unity Government was formed as a pro-democracy alternative to the junta. But, critics say, it has failed to achieve most of its goals. By Sui-Lee Wee Reporting from Yangon, Myanmar After ...

Thousands of civilians flee drone strikes as regime targets Tagaung—a critical gateway to Sagaing Region and Kachin State.

YANGON, Myanmar — Few complaints can be aired openly in Yangon. Myanmar’s military generals administer the city watchfully. Informants lurk in tea shops and on tuk-tuks. Chinese-made surveillance ...

Feb 4 (Reuters) - Myanmar's junta will form a new entity to oversee both the military and civilian administration, a move experts say will allow paramount ruler Min Aung Hlaing to become president ...

USDP wins majority in both legislative chambers Critics denounce election as a sham, military retains control Turnout lower due to fighting, voting cancelled in some areas Jan 30 (Reuters) - Myanmar's ...