We must protect national security, control our borders, and maintain strong registration systems, but in doing so, we cannot lose our humanity and sense of justice.
Addressing the House during a debate on refugee management.
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However, I emphasise that upholding humanitarian principles does not mean defending every action of individual refugees.
Inviting the junta chief would violate our principles and inflict severe diplomatic damage on Malaysia’s global standing.
Refugees are not necessarily illegal immigrants, and victims of human trafficking must not be treated as criminals.
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