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UNHCR calls for joint response in wake of "Rohingya mass grave" in Thailand
6 May 2015 -
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. -
UNHCR: Over 20,000 people risked lives in Indian Ocean in first half of 2014
22 Aug 2014 -
A grandmother's wish
22 Jun 2014 After 18 years in exile, Baw Meh longs for home. On World Refugee Day, she shared her family's story with UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie. -
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. -
UNHCR concerned about growing abuse as more people sail from Bay of Bengal
10 Jun 2014 -
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 -
Death toll in Thailand refugee camp fire reaches 37; UNHCR aids victims
26 Mar 2013 Thai authorities are investigating the fire in Ban Mae Surin camp, which destroyed more than 400 homes and camp buildings and left 2,300 refugees homeless.