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Court rejects Bar Council bid to halt Myanmar refugee deportations
A Malaysian court has dismissed an application to suspend deportations of Myanmar nationals, ruling that any stay of proceedings must await a decision on a judicial review request.
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The High Court rejected the Bar Council's application to temporarily halt the deportation of Myanmar nationals, with Justice Norliza Othman stating that suspension orders can only be considered after a judicial review application has been decided.
The ruling underscores the court's procedural requirements, with the judge clarifying that applications for temporary relief must follow the proper sequence of legal proceedings. The decision marks a setback for advocacy groups seeking to prevent the immediate removal of Myanmar nationals from Malaysia.
The Bar Council's move reflects ongoing concerns about the status and treatment of Myanmar nationals in Malaysia, particularly following increased tensions and political upheaval in Myanmar in recent years. Rights advocates have raised questions about whether deportations comply with international obligations regarding the protection of individuals fleeing persecution.
The case continues as the judicial review application remains pending before the court. The outcome may have significant implications for Malaysia's handling of Myanmar nationals and the country's adherence to regional and international refugee protection standards.