Dhaka, Nov. 11 -- Secretary (Bilateral) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Md Nazrul Islam on Wednesday expressed "deep concern" over the deteriorating human rights situation in Myanmar, particularly the plight of the Rohingyas.

He specifically highlighted the "grave situation" in Rakhine State, including ongoing violence and forced displacement.

The Secretary (Bilateral) briefed UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Myanmar, Kelley E. Currie, on Bangladesh's continued humanitarian support for around 1.5 million forcibly displaced Rohingyas.

He reiterated that their early repatriation to their places of origin in Myanmar remains the only durable solution.

Dr Nazrul underscored the importance of creating conditio...