The Take Why is Bangladesh saying it can no longer host Rohingya?
Sep 2, 2025
Tony Cheng, a Bangkok-based correspondent for Al Jazeera English, discusses the pressing humanitarian crisis faced by over a million Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. He shares insights on the dual identity of Cox's Bazar as both a tourist hotspot and a refugee camp. The conversation covers the dwindling aid and financial constraints affecting local support. Cheng highlights the historical neglect by Myanmar’s government and the cultural resilience of the Rohingya people, emphasizing their hope for safe return amidst ongoing struggles.
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No Lone Power Is Stepping Up Yet
- China, Qatar, Turkey and European countries were present but no single state committed to fully fill gaps.
- Geopolitical priorities and reallocation to defense make large new pledges unlikely without coordinated leadership.
Prioritize Immediate Donor Mobilization
- Urgently mobilize international donors and major powers to cover the $934 million shortfall and sustain basic services.
- Prioritize funding for food, education, and protection to prevent further deterioration in camp conditions.
Use Conferences To Coordinate Funding
- Use multilateral conferences to pressure donors and coordinate a funding roadmap across successive meetings.
- Frame the crisis as a shared international responsibility to attract pooled commitments.