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19 October 2026

'We don't have to wait for others to support us': Myanmar refugees find hope in Thailand's work program

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Source reporting: Deutsche Welle English

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'We don't have to wait for others to support us': Myanmar refugees find hope in Thailand's work program

A year ago, Thailand granted long-staying refugees from Myanmar the right to work legally. Refugees and rights groups welcome the move but say the program's first year has exposed significant shortcomings.

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