How Myanmar and Its Neighbors Are Responding to the Rohingya Crisis

Myanmar and its neighbors see the Rohingya minority group and the trafficking of migrants in the region very differently, complicating the refugees’ plight. Foreign ministers from three nations met on May 20 to address the humanitarian crisis that has stranded thousands at sea, but the countries that most of the refugees are fleeing — Myanmar and Bangladesh — did not take part in the talks. Here is a rundown of each country's policy stance so far. Read more