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Myanmar Agrees to Accept 5,000 Rohingya Refugees from Malaysia Following Government Negotiations

Myanmar has committed to accepting an initial 5,000 Rohingya refugees currently sheltering in Malaysia, following high-level diplomatic discussions between Kuala Lumpur and Naypyidaw.

By Rajesh Kumar · 9 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia Launches Identification and Security Screening of Rohingya Refugees for Myanmar Repatriation

Malaysia's Home Ministry has initiated a comprehensive identification and security screening programme for Rohingya refugees in preparation for repatriating 5,000 Myanmar nationals, following a bilateral agreement between Kuala Lumpur and Naypyidaw.

By Aisyah Razak · 30 Jul 2026 · 4 min read