DHAKA, Nov 10, 2024 (BSS) - Dhaka today raised deep concern to Myanmar over 
instances of gunfire targeting Bangladeshi fishermen amid the neighbouring 
country's internal conflict, stressing the urgency of preventing further such 
occurrences.
 
The concerned was flagged when Myanmar Ambassador to Bangladesh, U Kyaw Soe 
Moe met with Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin at the foreign ministry here 
today. 
  
During the meeting, the Foreign Secretary expressed deep concerns regarding 
the escalating situation in Myanmar, particularly in Rakhine State according 
to a foreign ministry's press release.  
 
He expressed Dhaka's security concerns along the border, noting stray mortar 
shells and shooting at Bangladeshi boats due to Myanmar's internal conflicts. 
 
These incidents have heightened tensions among Bangladeshi border 
communities, impacting their daily lives, said the foreign secretary.  
 
He also highlighted that the Myanmar's turmoil has intensified forced 
displacement, resulting in a recent influx of Rohingya people into 
Bangladesh, adding to the over 1.2 million already sheltered there.
 
Reflecting on his recent visit to Cox's Bazar, the foreign secretary cited 
the deterioration of law and order, the rise in criminal activities and 
violent clashes within the camps, increased drug smuggling and trafficking, 
all of which have placed substantial pressure on local resources and 
administration. 
 
He also pointed out the environmental and economic toll on host communities, 
underscoring the importance of an early repatriation process. 
 
The Foreign Secretary conveyed that the Rohingya in the camps strongly desire 
to return to Myanmar.
 
The Myanmar Ambassador acknowledged the need for a feasible solution to the 
displacement crisis, affirming on the need for their repatriation. 
 
The two sides also discussed the recent UNDP forecast of a potential famine 
in Rakhine, with the Foreign Secretary urging Myanmar to take immediate 
action to address the issue and prevent further displacement towards 
Bangladesh.