Life in a refugee camp is never easy, but for many who have lived in Mae La Oon for much of their life, the thought of leaving brings anxieties of…
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From Karen refugee camp to English league football
INTERVIEW: Recently signed for Sheffield United, rising star Kler Heh speaks to DVB about his new life as a professional footballer in England.
Karen football star wants to play for Burma
Born in Thailand and now holding a British passport, rising football star Kler Heh declares his allegiance to Burma.
Karen refugee signs for English football team
Born and raised in the Umpiem camp in Thailand, Kler Heh, 18, is a skilful winger who has signed for Sheffield United this season.
Karen refugee becomes cop in US
Saw Lar Htoo has become the first Karen refugee to graduate as a police officer in the United States.
UNHCR raises concerns over Burmese refugee repatriation
Burmese refugees living in Thailand will face challenges if they are repatriated, the UN refugee agency said on Wednesday.