United Nations, Dec 13; The United Nations can help Myanmar to defuse inter-communal tensions and create an environment for safe and dignified repatriation of Rohingya refugees, the Organisation’s top political official has said, stressing that the country could also tap the UN’s capacities and experience in tackling other challenges, including democratic consolidation.
“We hope Myanmar will draw upon the wealth of expertise the UN can offer,” Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs Jeffrey Feltman told the Security Council on Tuesday in his briefing on developments in Myanmar.
The estimated number of refugees who entered Bangladesh from Myanmar since 25 August now exceeds 626,000.
He said that the UN is grateful for the continued generosity of the Government and people of Bangladesh, and called on the international community to continue to support these efforts.
“But the origins and solutions to the Rohingya crisis rest in Myanmar.
