Malaysia’s Invisible Crisis: Rohingya Refugees Denied Rights and Aid

At a free health clinic in Penang, Rohingya refugees describe their struggle to survive in a country that refuses to grant them legal status or support. Tens of thousands of Rohingya have fled war-torn Myanmar to seek safety in Malaysia. But once there, they face a harsh reality: no official recognition, no right to work, and little access to healthcare or education. These refugees live in a legal and social no-man’s land, dependent on the kindness of volunteers and local charities for basic needs.