
THE TERROR SUFFERED BY ROHINGYA: BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS ON INDONESIA’S OBLIGATION TO ACCEPT ROHINGYA REFUGEES
The Rohingya stands as the biggest stateless population in the world. They have faced a long history of persecution and discrimination, which has resulted in statelessness and forced migration. Although international law has progressed to accommodate universal human rights, the Rohingya have been denied citizenship and fundamental rights, forcing many to flee their homes and seek refuge in other Southeast Asian countries. This legal review serves as a reminder that improper implementation of international law and the lack of commitment to peace results in chaos, and the deprivation of human rights. Currently, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has rejected all 4 Myanmar’s preliminary objections to the case brought by Gambia regarding Myanmar’s alleged genocide against the ethnic Rohingya population in Rakhine State. This is a step forward in protecting the lives and human rights of the Rohingya. However, many Rohingya refugees still face uncertainty regarding their status and have suffered rejection by local communities in Indonesia.