UNION Minister for Immigra­tion and Population U Myint Kyaing received Ms Hai Kyung Jun, Director of the United Na­tions High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Asia-Pacif­ic Regional Bureau Office, and her delegation at the ministry’s reception hall in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday morning.

They discussed the on­going implementation of the repatriation process for dis­placed persons from Rakhine State under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) be­tween the Ministry, UNDP, and UNHCR, the extension of the MoU’s term for continued coop­eration, visa issues for UNHCR foreign staff and coordination with relevant departments for tax exemptions on imported goods.

The talks further covered arrangements for the travel and accommodation of local officials in Buthidaung and Maungtaw, as well as the min­istry’s readiness to assist with any necessary preparations. They also explored plans for effective humanitarian aid de­livery as Rakhine State stabiliz­es. Both sides exchanged views openly on the current coopera­tion between the Ministry and UNDP-UNHCR, ensuring that efforts would continue smooth­ly. — MNA/KZL