In a recent incident, Indonesia’s navy reportedly forced a boat carrying Rohingya refugees back to international waters after it approached Aceh province’s shores. The coast guard detected the boat entering Indonesian waters, leading the navy to intervene approximately 63 nautical miles off the coast.
Indonesia has sought international assistance due to a surge in Rohingya refugees leaving crowded camps in Bangladesh. The nation has increased patrols, with over 1,500 Rohingya arriving in Aceh, facing some hostility. Anti-Rohingya sentiment has risen, leading to attacks on refugee shelters.
