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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. -
Some 25,000 risk sea crossings in Bay of Bengal over first quarter, almost double from year earlier
8 May 2015 Based on survivor accounts, UNHCR estimated that 300 people died at sea in the first quarter of 2015 as a result of starvation, dehydration or abuse by boat crews. -
More people risk Indian Ocean voyages despite abuse, deterrence
5 Dec 2014 UNHCR estimates that 54,000 people have undertaken irregular maritime journeys in the region so far this year, mostly across the Bay of Bengal towards Thailand and Malaysia. -
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. -
In Malaysia, Rohingya arrivals hope to end cycle of abuse, exploitation by smugglers
5 May 2014 Many are turning up with severe health problems and trauma after prolonged suffering on boats and in smugglers' camps. -
LEGO Foundation donates US$3 million to build a future for refugee children
24 Jan 2014 The donation will fund UNHCR education programmes in Chad, Ethiopia, Iran, Kenya, Malaysia, Pakistan, Rwanda, Sudan, South Sudan, Syria, Uganda and Yemen. -
Six months on, Rohingya in Thailand struggle to keep hope afloat
2 Aug 2013 Six months after they arrived by boat, many Rohingya in Thailand's shelters and immigration detention centres feel their future is still uncertain -
Refugee project seeks to sweep Malaysians off their feet
4 Apr 2013 Refugees in Malaysia are volunteering to clean up their neighbourhood in a charm offensive to improve relations with their hosts.