Tourism minister Harin Fernando told Daily Mirror that the ministry has been receiving complaints of some Russian tourists running unregistered and illegal businesses in the southern part of the country.
Raids were conducted by the authorities following discussions with the Immigration Department, he said.
It comes amid a furious social media backlash over Russian-run businesses with a “whites only” policy that strictly bars locals. These businesses include bars, restaurants, water sports and vehicle hiring services.
I know that this isn't how it actually works, but in my opinion, if you didn't want to help the people, then don't let them in in the first place. Once you let them into your country as refugees you're responsible for their safety, like your own citizens. Figure a way out for that relationship to be beneficial to both parties. This just shows that they're short sighted, and didn't actually care about well being of the refugees.