Bangladesh has sought The Gambia's support for a safe, dignified and voluntary return of Rohingyas to Myanmar, as the two countries discussed cooperation on resolving the protracted crisis.
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir made the request during a meeting with Gambia's Attorney General and Minister of Justice Dawda A Jallow on the sidelines of the 23rd OIC Extraordinary Council of Foreign Ministers' meeting in Jeddah yesterday (27 August).
Jallow told Humaiun that the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is expected to deliver its verdict in October in the case concerning the Rohingya genocide allegations against Myanmar, according to a press release.
He said the ICJ verdict on accountability for atrocities committed against the Rohingyas would play a critical role in finding a sustainable solution to the crisis.
Humaiun appreciated Gambia's leadership in pursuing accountability for the Rohingyas before the ICJ and stressed the importance of close cooperation between Bangladesh and The Gambia.
He particularly highlighted the need for cooperation during Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman's presidency of the UN General Assembly to keep the Rohingya crisis high on the international agenda.
Humaiun said Bangladesh and The Gambia should also work together to advance efforts towards a comprehensive and sustainable solution, including the safe, dignified and voluntary repatriation of the Rohingyas to Myanmar.
Rohingya / The Gambia / Bangladesh
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