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UNHCR says time running out for stranded boat people; urges South-east Asian governments to act
19 May 2015 Refugee agency estimates that nearly 4,000 people from Myanmar and Bangladesh remain stranded at sea with dwindling supplies on board. -
After long ordeal at sea, Rohingya find humanity in Indonesia
18 May 2015 Fatimah, her two girls and over 500 others spent months on a smuggler's boat until they were rescued by fishermen in Aceh, where the locals have welcomed them with open arms. -
UNHCR urges governments to continue high seas live-saving operations
12 May 2015 The UNHCR call to step up search-and-rescue efforts and keep borders open, came amid reports that thousands of people are stranded on smugglers' boats. -
Farming together to overcome fear and mistrust in Rakhine state, Myanmar
29 Dec 2014 Villagers from different communities in northern Rakhine state get pally over paddy in mixed farming cooperatives supported by UNHCR. -
Stitch by stitch towards greater protection in northern Myanmar
30 Oct 2014 Displaced women in Kachin state are learning to sew, knit and make soap as part of an initiative to organize themselves, address protection concerns and help their community. -
UN Refugee Chief warns against overlooking humanitarian crises in Africa
29 Sep 2014 The head of the UN Refugee agency issues a stark warning against overlooking humanitarian crises in Africa, as a high level meeting on refugees in Africa gets underway, at UNHCR's ExCom. -
UNHCR warns Australia-Cambodia agreement on refugee relocation could set worrying precedent
26 Sep 2014 Refugees are fleeing persecution or conflict and are entitled to better treatment than being shipped from one country to the next -
More than 20,000 people risk all on Indian Ocean to reach safety: UNHCR report
22 Aug 2014 The report collates information through interviews, and from media reports, partners and governments. It highlights the abuses people are facing on their journeys. -
As thousands continue to flee Myanmar, UNHCR concerned about growing reports of abuse
10 Jun 2014 Across the region, UNHCR advocates for temporary stay arrangements for the Rohingya until the situation stabilizes enough in Rakhine state for them to return.