Baghdad:Member states of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have renewed their commitment to supporting the Rohingya genocide case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), expressing optimism that the legal proceedings could lead to a lasting resolution of the enduring crisis.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, this renewed support was declared during a meeting of the OIC Ministerial Ad-Hoc Committee on Accountability for Human Rights Violations Against the Rohingya. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 52nd OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Baghdad, Iraq.
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir, attending as co-chair, urged OIC member states to show greater unity and take proactive steps to address the longstanding Rohingya crisis. Leading the Bangladesh delegation, Kobir emphasized the necessity of justice and accountability through international legal mechanisms to achieve a sustainable solution to the humanitarian crisis.
Kobir described the Rohingya situation as a significant challenge for the Muslim Ummah, urging a coordinated response from OIC member states to enhance humanitarian aid and support ongoing legal actions. He highlighted the need for continuous international engagement to keep the Rohingyas' plight a global priority.
The minister also referenced a five-point action plan presented by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. He stressed the importance of urgent international action to ensure justice and accountability through established legal frameworks.
OIC member states at the meeting reiterated their commitment to the ICJ case and expressed hope that the judicial process would aid in resolving the protracted crisis. The gathering underscored the significance of collective international efforts to secure accountability for human rights violations against the Rohingya and to advance towards a durable solution.
Bangladesh continues to host 1.4 million Rohingyas who have escaped persecution in Myanmar while pursuing diplomatic initiatives for a sustainable resolution to the crisis.