Dhaka: High Representative to the Chief Adviser on Rohingya Issues and National Security Adviser of Bangladesh, Dr. Khalilur Rahman, has announced that Rohingyas are prepared to return to their homeland with their due rights. This statement was made during a briefing on the second day of the international event, “Stakeholders’ Dialogue: Takeaway to the High-Level Conference on the Rohingya Situation.”
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the dialogue is being organized by the Office of the High Representative for the Rohingya Issue and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at Hotel Baywatch. The event aims to engage global stakeholders in finding solutions to the ongoing Rohingya crisis and will conclude tomorrow.
Dr. Khalilur Rahman highlighted that on the first day of the dialogue, Rohingya participants expressed their experiences, challenges, and expectations. This marked a historic moment as it was the first time their collective voice was heard under one roof. The primary goal is to present this united voice at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and to ensure safe repatriation through regional cooperation.
The dialogue serves as a preparatory step for the high-level international conference on the Rohingya issue, scheduled for September 30 at the UN Headquarters in New York. Key aspects discussed at the Cox’s Bazar dialogue include the direct participation of Rohingyas in problem-solving, their desire for dignified and safe repatriation, international support for essential services, confidence-building among stakeholders, addressing criminal acts in Myanmar, and ensuring accountability for crimes against the Rohingyas.
Dr. Khalilur emphasized that the Bangladesh Government is actively working to address the crisis with support from political leaders. International and regional partners are also ready to cooperate. He expressed hope that recommendations from the dialogue will significantly impact the upcoming UN conference.
Participants, including international organizations, experts, and Rohingya community representatives, submitted proposals to resolve the crisis. These proposals aim to facilitate safe, dignified, and sustainable repatriation of the Rohingyas with global and regional cooperation.
Dr. Khalilur urged neighboring countries to collaborate in addressing the conflict situation in Myanmar and the related security risks. The briefing was attended by Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam, Chief Adviser’s Deputy Press Secretary Abul Kalam Azad Majumder, and Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Public Diplomacy Wing Shah Asif Rahman.