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Opinion Papers
Mahar welcomes apology from 40 Rohingya NGOs, urges focus on refugee civic responsibility
Source: New Straits Times | By Bernama
In a statement today, Mahar said humanitarian work should go beyond providing food and shelter to include educating refugees on their responsibilities while living in Malaysia.
BIMSTEC Secretary General visits Myanmar
Source: Daily Sun
During the visit, he called on President U Min Aung Hlaing, who reiterated Myanmar’s abiding commitment to expanding regional cooperation under BIMSTEC
Melaka pursuing plan to repatriate Rohingya refugees
Source: The Star
A permanent solution to the Rohingya issue remains high on the state government’s agenda, with efforts underway to repatriate the refugees through proper legal channels, said Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh.
Kachin chief minister says he regrets opposing Myitsone Dam project
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
He also declared that the military regime is determined to complete the project within eight years despite continued public opposition.
Junta authorities monopolize food supplies in Kyaukphyu
Source: Burma News International | By Development Media Group
Local sources report that military officers working with government department employees are monopolizing basic food supplies in junta-controlled Kyaukphyu Town, Arakan (Rakhine) State, and then selling the goods to residents at inflated prices.