TDS Desk:

Expressing concern over the situation in Myanmar, the United States has said helping resolve Rohingya refugee crisis remains a priority for them.

“So we are following this development closely. We’re remained concerned by the conflict and its potential to undermine regional stability and security,” Spokesperson at US Department of State Matthew Miller said during a regular media briefing in Washington on December 17.

He made the remarks when a reporter wanted to know how the US is assessing the situation and the fate of the Rohingya refugees, noting that the Arakan Army has taken control of the Rakhine state.

The people and government of Bangladesh have shown generosity in hosting Rohingya refugees who have fled persecution in Myanmar, Miller said.

“We will continue to work with Bangladesh to support Rohingya and members of other vulnerable communities from Burma (Myanmar) who have taken refuge there,” he said.

Bangladesh is now hosting over 1.2 million Rohingyas in Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char.