Australia-bound immigrants to be sent to Malaysia

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Australia-bound immigrants to be sent to Malaysia

Source: BBC News

The Australian government has reached a deal that will allow asylum seekers arriving by boat to be transferred to Malaysia for processing.

Immigration Minister Chris Bowen says up to 800 refugees will be sent to Malaysia over the next four years.

In return, Australia says it will accept higher numbers of refugees whose claims have been processed by the UN.

Activists have often criticised Australia's attempts to set up refugee detention centres in other countries.

Read more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-13322792

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