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NEW YORK, Sept 23, 2026 — Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called for stronger and more coordinated international efforts to ensure the safe, voluntary and dignified repatriation of Rohingyas to their homeland in Myanmar.
He made the call during separate meetings with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih and UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy on Myanmar Julie Bishop in New York on Tuesday, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Rahman said Bangladesh has been sheltering a large number of Rohingyas on humanitarian grounds for years, but the prolonged crisis cannot be resolved by leaving the burden on Bangladesh indefinitely.
He stressed that a lasting solution lies in the safe and dignified return of the displaced Rohingyas to their homeland, according to the reports.
The prime minister also emphasised the need to create a conducive environment in Myanmar where Rohingyas can return with security, rights and dignity. He called for continued humanitarian assistance for the refugees alongside stronger international cooperation to advance the repatriation process.
The meetings also discussed the international community’s responsibility in addressing the prolonged crisis and the need for a coordinated initiative to create conditions conducive to repatriation.
The UN representatives appreciated Bangladesh’s humanitarian role in hosting the Rohingyas and stressed the importance of continued international cooperation for a sustainable solution to the crisis.
More than one million Rohingyas are currently living in Bangladesh after fleeing violence and persecution in Myanmar, with the crisis remaining unresolved despite several repatriation initiatives.
Rahman is scheduled to deliver his first address to the UN General Assembly on September 24, where the Rohingya crisis is expected to feature prominently.
