By Arakan Journal Staff – October 27, 2026
Tarique Rahman urges Tokyo to engage with all parties in Myanmar to promote peace in Rakhine State and enable the safe, voluntary, and dignified return of displaced Rohingya.
TOKYO, October 27, 2026 — Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called on Japan to intensify its engagement with parties involved in Myanmar’s conflict, saying a lasting solution to the Rohingya crisis depends on conditions in their homeland.
Rahman appealed for a bilateral summit with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the Japanese Prime Minister’s Office in Tokyo on Tuesday, according to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS).
“The lasting solution to the Rohingya crisis lies in Myanmar,” Rahman said, stressing that displaced Rohingya must be able to return home voluntarily, safely, and with dignity.
He expressed concern over the deteriorating situation in Myanmar and the displacement of Rohingya from Rakhine State, where ongoing insecurity continues to complicate prospects for their return.
The Bangladeshi leader called for an end to all forms of violence, unrestricted humanitarian assistance, and dialogue among the parties concerned to help resolve the crisis.
Rahman also thanked Japan for supporting Bangladesh’s humanitarian efforts to shelter Rohingya who fled persecution and violence in Myanmar.
He urged Tokyo to engage actively with relevant parties to help restore peace and stability in Rakhine State, where conditions remain central to any sustainable repatriation process.
Bangladesh has repeatedly called for the Rohingya to return to Myanmar. Still, refugee representatives and humanitarian organizations have stressed that repatriation must not take place without credible guarantees of safety, fundamental rights, and dignity.
Hundreds of thousands of Rohingya fled Myanmar during the military-led crackdown in 2017, joining earlier waves of refugees in Bangladesh. More than one million Rohingya are now living in refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar, placing continued pressure on humanitarian services and host communities.
Despite years of diplomatic efforts, a large-scale, sustainable repatriation process has yet to begin under conditions that would ensure the refugees’ safety and protection.
The Japan-Bangladesh summit also covered bilateral economic cooperation, trade, investment, energy security, technology, and infrastructure development. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to international cooperation, peace, and respect for international law.
Japan has been a key development partner for Bangladesh and has supported humanitarian efforts for Rohingya refugees.
Rahman’s appeal comes as Bangladesh continues seeking stronger international involvement to address the causes of displacement in Myanmar and create conditions for the Rohingya to return voluntarily.
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