CNI News
26 May 2024
Arrests have been on the rise again in Malaysia since a few days ago and many Myanmar people there were arrested, philanthropic associations in Malaysia told CNI News.
The number of foreign workers was more than needed, which was reported by a Malaysian news agency and then more and more arrests were conducted, U Barbu Gyi, a person who is helping Myanmar people in Malaysia, told CNI News.
" Head of immigration department has said that they would arrest illegal foreigners anytime again. For the time being, they are arresting illegal foreigners at the places such as restaurants. There are door to door arrests as well. In fact, arrests are everywhere and will remain. Malaysian citizens have complained a lot about foreigners. Because they inform authorities of wherever foreigners are, foreigners who had arrived in jungle or mountain are checked and arrested." he said.
When Malaysian policemen arrest illegal foreigners, if the policemen are given money, those arrested are released. So, Malaysian citizens, later, tend to report to the immigration department, U Aung, chairman of the Yadana Sekka Funeral Service, told CNI News.
" There were hardly any arrests during the past two months, but now there are arrests almost everyday. The authorities come and check even the same place three times. Because many companies here have already moved to Vietnam and Indonesia, it's been difficult for Malaysian citizens to get jobs. There are some clashes among Malaysian politicians. The situation of foreigner workers depend on the policy of the politicians. Political situation in Malaysia is anybody' guess. Many arrests are conducted because of complaints rather than a project." he said.
About 170 undocumented Myanmar citizens who illegally entered Klang City, Selangor State, Malaysia were arrested a few days ago reportedly.
It has been estimated that arrests will go and Myanmar citizens should stay carefully so as not to be complained, urged philanthropic associations in Malaysia.
