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Malaysia's Home Ministry expects to release initial data on Myanmar refugees registered through the Refugee Registration Document programme by the fourth quarter of 2024, with verified individuals to receive priority for repatriation through the Foreign Ministry.
Malaysia's Home Ministry is escalating action against foreign visitors who abuse social visit passes to conduct unauthorized business operations in Semporna, Sabah, with the government warning that violators face prosecution under immigration laws.
Authorities have arrested 12 people, including four immigration officers, suspected of hacking the MyIMMs system to illegally approve temporary work passes. The joint MACC-Immigration Department operation exposed a sophisticated fraud scheme.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has issued a firm stance against refugee groups occupying public areas or disrupting public order, signalling a stricter approach to refugee management.