Malaysia gave refuge to Rohingya; now it wants them to go

In Kuala Lumpur, Rohingya children attend informal classes supported by NGOs because they are not allowed formal education or healthcare access. They cannot work legally and rely on informal jobs, but their lives are considered safer than in Myanmar. On September 29, 2026, Malaysia began repatriating around 1,500 Rohingya to Myanmar, despite safety concerns and criticism.