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More Sudanese refugees fleeing as far as Europe, UN refugee agency says

More Sudanese refugees fleeing as far as Europe, UN refugee agency says

Some 12 million people have been displaced by the two-year conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
Sun Apr 13 2025
Gaza supplies running out as crisis deepens - UNRWA

Gaza supplies running out as crisis deepens - UNRWA

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has warned that humanitarian supplies in the Gaza Strip are running dangerously low
Mon Apr 07 2025
Is Malaysia enabling transnational repression within its borders?

Is Malaysia enabling transnational repression within its borders?

Malaysia has engaged in multiple deportations over the years, including refugees who risk being tortured in their home countries.
Mon Mar 31 2025
Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh fear aid cuts will deepen crisis

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh fear aid cuts will deepen crisis

At the Bangladesh camps, Rohingya refugees fear the cuts will compound food and health issues and lead to a surge in crime.
Sun Mar 30 2025
UNRWA opens 130 temporary education centres in Gaza

UNRWA opens 130 temporary education centres in Gaza

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) announced that it has opened 130 temporary education centres in Gaza
Sun Mar 16 2025
New Trump travel ban could bar Afghans, Pakistanis soon, sources say

New Trump travel ban could bar Afghans, Pakistanis soon, sources say

The new ban could impact tens of thousands of Afghans cleared for resettlement in the US as refugees or with Special Immigrant Visas.
Thu Mar 06 2025
Myanmar refugees face sudden discharge from Thai hospitals shuttered by US aid freeze

Myanmar refugees face sudden discharge from Thai hospitals shuttered by US aid freeze

The health facilities on the border serve tens of thousands of refugees from conflict-torn Myanmar.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Trump administration canceling flights for nearly 1,660 Afghan refugees, say US official, advocate

Trump administration canceling flights for nearly 1,660 Afghan refugees, say US official, advocate

The US decision also leaves in limbo thousands of other Afghans who have been approved for resettlement as refugees in the US.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Over half a million ‘TikTok refugees’ flock to China's RedNote

Over half a million ‘TikTok refugees’ flock to China's RedNote

New users are piling into the Chinese social media app RedNote just days before a proposed US ban on the popular social media app TikTok.
Wed Jan 15 2025
Malaysia doubles patrols to find Myanmar migrant boats after nearly 200 detained

Malaysia doubles patrols to find Myanmar migrant boats after nearly 200 detained

In recent years, Malaysia has turned away boats carrying Rohingya refugees and rounded up thousands in crowded detention centres.
Sat Jan 04 2025
[COLUMNIST] Refugees and Radicalisation: Addressing Malaysia’s overlooked security risks

[COLUMNIST] Refugees and Radicalisation: Addressing Malaysia’s overlooked security risks

Almost 200,000 refugees in Malaysia face significant socio-economic challenges that heighten their vulnerability to radicalisation.
Fri Jan 03 2025
Syrian exodus reveals fears of some behind the joy of many

Syrian exodus reveals fears of some behind the joy of many

While many focus on Syrian refugees returning after Assad's 50-year rule ends, not everyone feels welcome in the new Syria.
Sun Dec 22 2024
Gaza facing most intense bombings since WWII: UN agency

Gaza facing most intense bombings since WWII: UN agency

UNRWA highlights "the plight of the Palestine refugees," noting that it "remains the longest unresolved refugee crisis in the world."
Sun Dec 01 2024
Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year

Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year

Thousands of Ukrainian citizens have died, over 6 mln live as refugees abroad and population has fallen by a quarter since Russian invasion.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Israel terminates cooperation with UNRWA - Ambassador to UN

Israel terminates cooperation with UNRWA - Ambassador to UN

Israel terminates its cooperation with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, Israeli ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, announced.
Mon Nov 04 2024
S.Korea braces for tough US trade talks, liberal party issues caution

S.Korea braces for tough US trade talks, liberal party issues caution

Seoul will work closely with the US for a mutually beneficial solution, prioritising national interest, says Han Duck-soo.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Netflix shares rise as rosy outlook calms investors' nerves amid tariff fears

Netflix shares rise as rosy outlook calms investors' nerves amid tariff fears

Netflix reassures investors that it could withstand any economic downturn amid a tariff laden economic climate.
Mon Apr 21 2025
China sanctions US congress members, officials and NGO heads

China sanctions US congress members, officials and NGO heads

China warns any US misstep on Hong Kong will face firm, reciprocal countermeasures, says foreign ministry spokesperson.
Mon Apr 21 2025
How to take the most from the present De-Facto peace period in Armenia-Azerbaijan relations

How to take the most from the present De-Facto peace period in Armenia-Azerbaijan relations

The Antalya Diplomacy Forum presents rare opportunity for trilateral engagement among foreign ministers of three South Caucasian countries.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Tariff deal talks to dominate IMF-World Bank meetings this week

Tariff deal talks to dominate IMF-World Bank meetings this week

Policymakers to gauge damage from Trump's tariff barrage.
Mon Apr 21 2025
World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab steps down as Chair

World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab steps down as Chair

The Board appoints Vice Chairman Peter Brabeck-Letmathe as interim Chair and establishes a search committee to identify permanent successor.
Mon Apr 21 2025
Japan to voice concern over US trade deal inconsistency, PM Ishiba says

Japan to voice concern over US trade deal inconsistency, PM Ishiba says

Japan PM voices "grave concern" over inconsistency between the deal and President Donald Trump's latest automobile tariffs.
Mon Apr 21 2025
China stops buying LNG from US, replaces with gas from neighbouring countries

China stops buying LNG from US, replaces with gas from neighbouring countries

China compensated for the loss of LNG volumes by increasing purchases from its regional neighbours.
Mon Apr 21 2025
China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense

China warns countries against striking trade deals with US at its expense

China is determined and capable of safeguarding its own rights and interests, the ministry said.
Mon Apr 21 2025
South Korea finds 'Made in Korea' breaches intended to avoid US tariffs

South Korea finds 'Made in Korea' breaches intended to avoid US tariffs

Customs uncovers US$20.81 million in country-of-origin violations, mainly involving foreign products from China.
Mon Apr 21 2025