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Your questions: They fled persecution in Myanmar. In Muslim-majority Malaysia, Rohingya still struggle to belong

Compiled Nov 5

They fled persecution in Myanmar. In Muslim-majority Malaysia, Rohingya still struggle to belong
They fled persecution in Myanmar. In Muslim-majority Malaysia, Rohingya still struggle to belong · Photo: The Associated Press

Why does Malaysia not legally recognize refugees despite hosting large numbers of them?

Malaysia does not legally recognize refugees, leaving them vulnerable to detention

What specific policy changes is Rohingya Rights Response seeking from Malaysian authorities?

Rohingya Rights Response has documented banners outside some mosques declaring Rohingya unwelcome, and harassment by social media content creators

How many Rohingya face mosque restrictions or harassment compared to those who do not?

CSW says Rohingya refugees in Malaysia cannot officially register their own places of worship and some avoid mosques for fear of immigration detention

What support, if any, is available to Rohingya refugees like Rafique who live without family and fear detention?

Malaysia does not legally recognize refugees, leaving them vulnerable to detention

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