BANGKOK: UNHCR’s decision to end refugee protections for ethnic Chin refugees goes against its own guidelines, said a regional refugee expert.
“We are not convinced that the cessation process being pursued for the Chin refugees fulfils the criteria that are necessary in order to consider stripping someone of international protection,” said Themba Lewis, secretary general of Asia Pacific Refugee Rights Network (APRRN).
Already a subscriber? Log in.
Subscribe or renew your subscriptions to win prizes worth up to RM68,000!
Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
