Sri Lankan politician granted refugee status in New Zealand

Wednesday 12 March 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 12 Mar 2025, 8:40am

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A 32-year-old aspiring Sri Lankan politician has been granted refugee status in New Zealand. She fled to the country after facing death threats, sextortion, and having her home surrounded by gunmen.

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1. RNZWed 12 Mar 2025, 6:42am

   Female politician fled to New Zealand after graveside threat (opens in new tab)

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2. NZ HeraldWed 12 Mar 2025, 8:40am

   Aspiring Sri Lankan politician gains refugee status in NZ amid threats (opens in new tab)