Dhaka, 9 November 2026 – Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir urged the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) to mobilise its global network to sustain essential assistance for Rohingya refugees and host communities.
The appeal came as Seval Güzelkilinç, the newly appointed IFRC Head of Delegation in Bangladesh, presented her Letter of Credence to Minister Kobir at his office, according to a Ministry of Foreign Affairs press release.
Kobir highlighted the growing humanitarian needs of the Rohingya population and the Bangladeshi families hosting them, stressing that continued aid is vital as resources decline.
He reiterated that the early repatriation of Rohingyas to Myanmar remains the only viable solution to the protracted crisis, and called for stronger cooperation between the IFRC and the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society.
The minister praised the IFRC’s rapid response to the July 2026 floods and landslides, noting its role in disaster preparedness and anticipatory action, and urged the organization to expand such efforts.
Güzelkilinç expressed gratitude for the government’s support and affirmed the IFRC’s commitment to work closely with Bangladesh on humanitarian services, community resilience, disaster response and institutional cooperation.
Kobir assured that the ministry will provide full cooperation and support to the IFRC’s activities, underscoring Bangladesh’s dedication to protecting vulnerable populations and enhancing disaster readiness.
Why it matters
Sustaining IFRC assistance is crucial for meeting the urgent humanitarian needs of Rohingya refugees and supporting host communities in Bangladesh.