Dhaka, May 15 -- Bangladesh has reaffirmed that the repatriation of displaced Rohingyas to their homeland Myanmar remains the only viable long-term solution to the crisis, calling for continued international support to ensure their safe return.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam made the comments during a meeting with UN Assistant Secretary-General Khaled Khiari in New York on Thursday, according to the Permanent Mission of Bangladesh to the United Nations.

During the meeting, Bangladesh also reaffirmed its commitment to democratic governance, sustainable development, peacekeeping and multilateral cooperation.

The State Minister outlined the priorities of the newly elected government, including restoring public trust,...