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Malaysia's Home Ministry expects to publish initial data on Myanmar refugees by the fourth quarter of this year, drawn from the government's refugee registration programme aimed at better managing displaced populations.
Selangor's Menteri Besar has flagged concerning collaboration between residents and undocumented Rohingya refugees, cautioning that such community protection networks are undermining official enforcement initiatives across the state.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that Malaysia will not tolerate any refugee group breaking laws or disrupting public order. He instructed police, immigration, and local authorities to take firm action against those without permits or valid documentation.