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From Daily Star · () English

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  • Diplomatic missions from 15 countries and the EU in Bangladesh urged continued international support for Rohingya refugees as the crisis enters its tenth year.
  • They stated that current conditions in Myanmar, including escalating conflict and humanitarian needs, prevent voluntary, safe, and dignified repatriation.
  • The missions emphasized the Rohingya's right to return, contingent on addressing root causes, building trust, and improving stability in Myanmar.

Diplomatic missions representing 15 countries and the European Union in Bangladesh have issued a joint statement calling for sustained international support for Rohingya refugees, as the crisis marks its tenth year. The statement highlights that nearly 1.2 million Rohingya refugees remain in Bangladesh, commending the nation for providing refuge for almost a decade.

nearly 1.2 million Rohingya refugees remain in Bangladesh

— Joint statement by diplomatic missionsDescribing the scale of the Rohingya refugee crisis.

The missions pointed to escalating conflict in Myanmar's Rakhine state, growing humanitarian needs, airstrikes on civilian infrastructure, and restrictions on aid and trade as factors worsening the crisis. These conditions, they stated, do not currently allow for the "voluntary, safe, dignified and sustainable repatriation" of the refugees.

current conditions do not “allow for voluntary, safe, dignified and sustainable repatriation.”

— Joint statement by diplomatic missionsExplaining the obstacles to refugees returning to Myanmar.

Emphasizing the Rohingya's right to return to their homes in Myanmar, the diplomatic missions stressed that repatriation requires addressing the root causes of their displacement. This includes building trust between communities and fostering peace and stability within Myanmar. They also advocated for greater involvement of Bangladeshi and Rohingya-led actors in humanitarian assistance, asserting that Rohingya voices must be central to decisions affecting their lives and futures.

The Rohingya have a right to return to their homes in Myanmar, but said repatriation would require addressing the root causes of displacement, building trust between communities and improving peace and stability in Myanmar.

— Joint statement by diplomatic missionsOutlining the conditions necessary for refugee repatriation.

The missions pledged to continue collaborating with Bangladesh to create conditions conducive to repatriation. Their efforts will also focus on supporting Rohingya refugees and host communities, while pursuing justice and accountability for the crisis.

Rohingya voices must be central to decisions affecting their lives and futures.

— Joint statement by diplomatic missionsAdvocating for refugee participation in decision-making.
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