UNHCR calls for sustained support, solutions for Rohingyas
UNHCR calls for sustained support, solutions for Rohingyas

The UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi has underscored UNHCRs unwavering commitment to supporting more than 1 million Rohingyas hosted in Bangladesh as he concluded a four-day visit to the country on Sunday. UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, highlighted UNHCRs...

UNHCR chief to reach Dhaka today
UNHCR chief to reach Dhaka today

UNHCR High Commissioner Filippo Grandi will arrive in Dhaka today (February 27) for a three-day tour. During the tour, the UN refugee agency chief will meet Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus, and his high representative Khalilur Rahman. He is scheduled to visit the Rohingya refugee camps in...

Japan, UNHCR sign $1.6mn deal to enhance Rohingya support in Bangladesh
Japan, UNHCR sign $1.6mn deal to enhance Rohingya support in Bangladesh

The government of Japan and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, have recently signed a partnership agreement to improve living conditions, strengthen primary healthcare and empower Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. A contribution of USD 1.6 million (JPY 250 million) will aid in building safer shelters...

New plan for Rohingya issue
New plan for Rohingya issue

The United Nations and UNHCR have endorsed the idea of relocating Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh to a safe third country rather than returning them to Myanmar. However, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has emphasized the need for a permanent solution to the crisis. The...

Saving lives must be the first priority' as Rohingya flee by sea: UNHCR
Saving lives must be the first priority' as Rohingya flee by sea: UNHCR

The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has urged governments to prioritize life-saving measures as hundreds of stateless Rohingya refugees from Myanmar have fled to the region seeking safety within the first five days of the New Year. A total of 460 men, women and children have so far arrived by boat in...