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Rakhine State Issue

The Rakhine State issue in Myanmar involves long-standing tension between the Buddhist Rakhine majority and the Muslim Rohingya minority. The Rohingya are considered stateless and face discrimination, restrictions, and violence, leading to a humanitarian crisis. Government security measures and clashes have caused many Rohingya to flee, often seeking safety abroad. This conflict has deep historical roots, religious and ethnic differences, and political complexities, making it a major human rights concern with regional and international implications for peace, security, and development in Myanmar.