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Selangor's Menteri Besar has disclosed that residents are actively harboring Rohingya refugees, creating networks that obstruct state authorities' ability to enforce immigration law and manage irregular migration effectively.
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has warned the government may ask UNHCR to leave the country if the UN agency refuses to implement stricter joint screening for refugee card applicants.
Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has asked the Philippines to support Dhaka's application for ASEAN Sectoral Dialogue Partner status, during bilateral talks in Manila centred on deepening economic and social cooperation.
Malaysia's religious affairs authorities are investigating claims that a JAKIM reference number was misused on a marriage declaration letter issued by the Malaysia Rohingya Ulama Council, raising questions about document authenticity and regulatory oversight.
Police in Melaka have arrested six Rohingya men in connection with the theft of aluminium formwork worth approximately RM200,000 from a construction materials storage facility in Sungai Udang on June 15.
Authorities in Kedah have arrested a 32-year-old Rohingya man for operating a multi-purpose vehicle without a valid driving licence during a routine road safety enforcement operation.
The Alor Setar Municipal Council has raided an industrial premises being used as an informal school for Rohingya children. The facility was operating without proper authorisation, leading to investigations into zoning violations and unlicensed educational activities.
Malaysian Humanitarian Aid and Relief has welcomed an apology from 40 Rohingya NGOs, calling on them to expand humanitarian work beyond basic assistance to include educating refugees about Malaysian laws and fostering respect for local culture.
Perlis Immigration has created a dedicated task force to track the Rohingya population within the state after reports of increasing presence raised local concerns. The initiative aims to gather accurate data and strengthen enforcement operations.