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Rohingya crisis: Oxford removes Suu Kyi's portrait

<p>College replaces portrait with a new painting after criticism of Suu Kyi over Rohingya crisis</p>

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The Oxford University college where Aung San Suu Kyi studied said it had taken down a portrait of the Myanmar leader, a decision that follows widespread criticism of her over the Rohingya crisis. The portrait, which was on display in the main entrance of St Hugh’s College, has been placed in storage and was replaced on Thursday with a new painting gifted by Japanese artist Yoshihiro Takada.

Portrait of Aung San Suu Kyi that was removed from the college
Portrait of Aung San Suu Kyi that was removed from the college

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