January 7, 2016

Rohingya group slams Kyaukphyu economic zone plan

A group representing Rohingya Muslims in Europe has blasted plans for the long-delayed Kyaukphyu special economic zone (SEZ)in Rakhine State, saying Tuesday that it may cause lasting damage to Rohingya property and lives, Anadolu Agency reported on 5 January.

Mohamed Ibrahim, the general secretary of the European Rohingya Council, urged lawmakers to rethink plans to house the industrial park in Rakhine before addressing the rights of its Rohingya minority, along with opportunities and compensation for other local people. (Courtesy of Mizzima)

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