The Arakan Rohingya National Council (ARNC) expresses its profound appreciation to the organisers of the UN High-Level Conference on Rohingya Muslims and Other Minorities in Myanmar, held on 30 September 2025, during the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. This historic conference, mandated by UN General Assembly Resolution 79/278, marked a critical step in the international community’s collective response to the ongoing genocide, persecution, and displacement facing the Rohingya people.
We extend our deepest gratitude to Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of the Interim Government of Bangladesh, for his visionary leadership and presentation of a seven-point plan that charts a practical and humane pathway towards resolving this protracted crisis. His framework, emphasising safe and dignified repatriation, cessation of violence, stabilisation of Rakhine State, accountability, and full humanitarian support, provides a solid foundation upon which international action must now be built. We are also profoundly grateful to the people of Bangladesh and the National Security Adviser and High Representative Dr Khalilur Rahman.
The ARNC also wishes to thank the co-hosts of this conference and the many governments that demonstrated their solidarity through vital pledges of humanitarian support and statements. We note in particular:
- The United States, which pledged over $60 million to assist Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh.
- The United Kingdom, which committed $36 million to address urgent humanitarian needs, including health, shelter, and livelihood support.
At a time when the Joint Response Plan is only 37% funded, these commitments bring hope to nearly 1.2 million Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh’s Cox’s Bazar and to the displaced Rohingya within Arakan Rakhine itself.
However, pledges alone are not enough. Now is the time to translate these promises into immediate, tangible support, ensuring that resources reach those most in need and international accountability and justice mechanisms for victims of genocide are fully pursued.
Our sincere gratitude also goes to ASEAN, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, the European Union, and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights for their continued commitment and contributions toward addressing the plight of the Rohingya people.
We deeply appreciate ASEAN’s call for stronger regional cooperation, global support, and its reaffirmation of the Five-Point Consensus. We also deeply appreciate the High Commissioner for the UN Human Rights Council for calling for justice, accountability, and referral to the International Criminal Court (ICC).
The ARNC calls upon all stakeholders, including the Rakhine community, to rise to the occasion. The future of Arakan State must be built on peace, coexistence, and equality for all its peoples—Rohingya, Rakhine, and other minorities. The foundation laid by this conference offers a unique opportunity to move towards a future based on justice, security, and dignity.
The ARNC reaffirms its commitment to working alongside the international community, host countries, regional organisations, and all communities of Arakan to ensure that this moment of renewed global attention results in lasting solutions for the people of Arakan.
Those who commit genocide and crimes against us may continue their injustices and deny our rights, but the Arakan Rohingya National Council (ARNC) will never waver. We will stand firm with all peace-loving people across the world, our brave brothers and sisters who spoke out at the conference, and the resilient young generation of Rohingya whose courage, hope, and determination inspire us all. Congratulations to them for carrying the torch of justice forward.
For more information, please contact:
- Tun Khin: +44 78 8871 4866
- Nay San Lwin: +49 176 6213 9138
- Khairul Amin: +47 9 242 8989
