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On February 9, 2026, 21 Orang Asli were arrested in Pahang for resisting land encroachment, sparking concerns over Indigenous rights and lack of consent.
On February 9, 2026, 21 Orang Asli from Kampung Jemeri in Pahang were arrested by police for allegedly trespassing on land claimed by the Sultan of Pahang, following a development report.
The group included 17 women, some elderly or caring for disabled children, who were peacefully resisting a company’s encroachment on their customary land.
Jaringan Orang Asal SeMalaysia condemned the arrests, citing lack of Free, Prior and Informed Consent and calling for the release of those detained.
Authorities stated the individuals were taken in for investigation, emphasizing that development requires valid land titles.
The case highlights ongoing Indigenous land rights disputes, with no further updates released.
El 9 de febrero de 2026, 21 Orang Asli fueron arrestados en Pahang por resistir la invasión de tierras, lo que provocó preocupaciones sobre los derechos indígenas y la falta de consentimiento.