New: Should Children of Undocumented Migrants be Granted Citizenship?

Amid a national debate, Saifuddin’s proposed amendments have ignited discussions on citizenship in Malaysia. One contentious issue centres on a child born to a Rohingya mother and an Indonesian father, both undocumented migrants. Saifuddin argues that the current law automatically grants Malaysian citizenship to such children.

Undocumented Children

However, his proposal calls for a shift towards a registration process managed by the Welfare Department. This move has sparked controversy, as it demands rigorous inspection and investigation. As Malaysia considers these changes, it stands at the crossroads of a critical debate on citizenship, raising questions about identity and belonging in this diverse nation.

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