“This report examines the mixed migration of people from Burma into Thailand and the ever-blurring nexus between migration and asylum. It provides a discussion of the classifications assigned to this population by Thai authorities; a profile of the people; the reasons why they decide to leave Burma (including discussions on forced relocations and land confiscation, forced labor and portering, taxation and loss of livelihood, and war and political oppression and economic conditions); the violence and security issues they face; and the recent drive to officially return “illegal migrants” to established reception centers in Burma.” – Publisher’s description Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY MAP OF BURMA INTRODUCTION I. THAI GOVERNMENT CLASSIFICATION FOR PEOPLE FROM BURMA Temporarily Displaced Students and Political Dissidents Migrants II. BRIEF PROFILE OF THE MIGRANTS FROM BURMA III. REASONS FOR LEAVING BURMA Forced Relocations and Land Confiscation Forced Labor and Portering War and Political Oppression Taxation and Loss of Livelihood Economic Conditions IV. FEAR OF RETURN V. RECEPTION CENTERS VI. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS For Consideration by the State Peace and Development Council (SPDC) of Burma For Consideration by the Royal Thai Government For Consideration by the International Community
