The Politics of Repatriation: Analyzing Myanmar Military Junta’s Rohingya Return Initiative in 2025

Article by Monika Verma Abstract: This article examines the Myanmar military junta’s April 4, 2025, announcement regarding the repatriation of 180,000 Rohingya refugees from Bangladesh. By analyzing territorial control dynamics in Arakan (Rakhine) State, historical patterns of state behavior toward the Rohingya population, and international relations considerations, this study argues […]