Refugees Of Non-refoulement Principle Study

The principle of non-refoulement of refugees is that no State shall expel or return a refugee to the frontiers of territories where his life or freedom would be threatened on account of political reasons. It has an important position and role in the legal system to protect refugees. It is the core and foundation for non-origin countries to assist and protect refugees.The 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees formally established the principle of non-refoulement, as time goes on, the principle gradually developed into international customary law. But in recent years, there are some countries who abuse of discretion, refuse to undertake the non-refoulement obligation, repatriate them as illegal immigrants. The exceptions of the principle apply strict conditions, and only in the event of national security or public safety be threatened can we invoke the exceptions. This article analyzes the conditions of applying the exceptions of the principle, puts forward the challenges in practice. Especially after the 9 ? 11 accident, in order to combat terrorism, some countries expand the scope of application of the Convention, sacrifice the faith of fundamental justice. By analyzing Suresh (Suresh) case, the paper holds that countries must find a balance between fighting against terrorism and protecting human rights, to prevent violating the rights of refugees.