Nobel peace laureate Mohammed Yunus calls for global conference to address Rohingya crisis
The Rohingya crisis, one of the world’s gravest humanitarian tragedies, demands immediate global attention. Nobel laureate Mohammed Yunus has called for an international conference to address the plight of over 1 million Rohingya refugees stranded in overcrowded camps in Bangladesh.
Since fleeing genocide in Myanmar in 2017, the Rohingya face worsening conditions in the world’s largest refugee camps. Bangladesh bears the brunt of this crisis with limited international support.
Repatriation remains a distant hope, as Myanmar’s military has destroyed Rohingya villages and redistributed land, leaving no infrastructure for return. Political shifts in Myanmar complicate the crisis. Meanwhile, Bangladesh’s initial reliance on diplomatic agreements with Myanmar failed, missing opportunities to push for international accountability.
The lack of a unified Rohingya leadership further hampers advocacy efforts. Yunus’ proposed conference, supported by a UN committee, aims to unite Rohingya representatives, host countries, and international organizations to create a cohesive plan.
Key goals include imposing sanctions on Myanmar, securing legal action at the International Court of Justice, mobilizing financial aid for Bangladesh, and fostering long-term solutions. Without decisive action, the crisis risks exacerbating regional instability and radicalization among stateless Rohingya populations.
According to analysts, this conference offers a critical chance to address the humanitarian disaster and reaffirm global commitment to justice. The international community must act swiftly to prevent further suffering and restore hope to the Rohingya people.
