Description:
"Like Burma?s other neighbors, India hosts a large and growing refugee population,
the majority of whom are Chin ethnic minorities. India generally tolerates the presence
of Burmese refugees, but does not afford them any legal protection, leaving
them vulnerable to harassment, discrimination, and deportation. While India?s lack
of a legal regime for refugees is a major impediment to addressing the needs of Burmese
refugees, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and international donors need to
explore creative ways to work within the existing framework to provide assistance and
increase protection for this population."
Source/publisher:
Refugees International
Date of Publication:
2009-12-09
Date of entry:
2009-12-10
Grouping:
- Individual Documents
Category:
Language:
English