The Rohingya crisis in Bangladesh: challenges and prospects

This paper examines the ongoing Rohingya issue as a complicated humanitarian and geopolitical challenge for Bangladesh. The forced displacement of over one million Rohingyas, which stems from systematic persecution and statelessness in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, has put enormous strain on Bangladesh’s humanitarian capabilities, security apparatus, socioeconomic stability, and environment. Despite ongoing international assistance, the crisis persists, contributing to increased criminal activity, environmental degradation, and regional instability. Using a qualitative case study technique, this research examines Bangladesh’s multifaceted reaction, which included diplomatic efforts, humanitarian management, environmental mitigation, and internal security initiatives. It also examines the structural constraints imposed by regional geopolitics and the lack of effective international accountability. According to the report, a long-term solution calls for coordinated regional participation, strategic diplomacy, and human rights-based repatriation frameworks. By extending beyond humanitarian narratives, the article contributes to a more complete understanding of the Rohingya crisis as a national and international issue.