By: Camp Correspondent
April 28, 2025 | Dhaka
The Government of Bangladesh has agreed in principle to allow the United Nations to create a humanitarian corridor for delivering aid to the conflict-affected Rohingya areas in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, a senior official confirmed on Sunday.
Speaking to reporters at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dhaka, Bangladesh’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Mohammed Touhid Hossain stated that the decision responds to a UN proposal aimed at providing humanitarian relief to displaced communities inside Rakhine.
“We have agreed in principle to the UN’s proposal to create a humanitarian corridor for Rakhine,” Hossain said, according to Dhaka Tribune. “This is purely for humanitarian purposes. However, there are certain conditions attached. I will not discuss the details now. If the situation becomes suitable, the aid will surely be delivered,” he added.
Highlighting the ongoing plight of Rohingya refugees, Hossain acknowledged the critical need for a solution.
“We want them to return to their homeland. Bangladesh is willing to take all necessary steps to support their repatriation,” he affirmed.
Addressing the deteriorating situation along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border, Hossain noted that much of the territory is now under the control of non-state actors rather than Myanmar’s central authorities.
“Currently, the entire border area is controlled by non-state actors, and Myanmar’s central government no longer holds authority there,” he explained. “For the sake of Bangladesh’s interests, we must develop ways to manage the situation. While we cannot officially engage with non-state actors, at times, some form of communication may be necessary.”
The humanitarian situation in Rakhine State remains extremely fragile, with widespread displacement, food shortages, and continued insecurity. Rohingya communities inside Rakhine face grave challenges, including restricted movement, limited access to aid, and ongoing threats from various armed actors.
Bangladesh’s cautious agreement to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery reflects both the urgency of addressing the crisis and the complex security realities on the ground. Rohingya communities, both inside Myanmar and in refugee camps in Bangladesh, continue to hope that international assistance will reach those most in need without further delay.
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