Myanmar frees hundreds of political prisoners after ASEAN pressure
A total of 5,600 people arrested or wanted over their roles in anti-coup protests would be freed in an amnesty on humanitarian grounds.
Tue Oct 19 2021
Hundreds of illegal immigrants face hardship to enter Malaysian waters
The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) saved them purely on humanitarian grounds and assisted by local fishermen, towed their boat to a nearby jetty.
Mon Jun 29 2020
Op Benteng: 269 Rohingyas detained, woman's body found in boat - NTF
The boat was also found to have been purposely damaged, with its engine beyond repair. As such, deportation could not be carried out.
Tue Jun 09 2020
Amid standoff with U.S., North Korea releases jailed Canadian pastor
North Korea freed a Canadian pastor serving a life sentence on humanitarian grounds.
Wed Aug 09 2017
Rice donations as a symbol of long-standing friendship between Malaysia and Thailand
Eighth Brigade Commander, Brig Gen Datuk Azmy Yahya said it reflected the cooperation not just in operations and training but also on humanitarian grounds
Sun Feb 01 2015
Myanmar frees 69 political prisoners
The release was to "respect humanitarian grounds and allow (those freed) to be able assist in national building.
Fri Nov 15 2013