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Buddhist Nation: Nationalist-Led Government and Refugee Camps

buddhist nation: The returns are supposed to be voluntary, according to CTV. But many members of the religious minority, now living in sprawling refugee camps in neighbouring Bangladesh, are afraid to go back. With so many obstacles, however, and no real sign of good will, few believe that will happen. They don't trust the nationalist-led government and feel widely hated by the general population. Myanmar, a predominantly Buddhist nation of 60 million, was basking in international praise just a few years ago as it transitioned to democracy after a half-century of dictatorship. Meanwhile, the military -- which violently ousted them -- says the refugees shouldn't expect to return in large numbers. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.