President calls for OIC members to Myanmar convince for Rohingya problem solving

Author / source: independent online/bss

DHAKA: President Zillur Rahman asked the OIC to convince Member States that pay tribute to Myanmar Government with political and economic support and prosperous life their Muslim minorities (Rohingyas).

"We an active role in the direction of a lasting solution to this longstanding (Rohingya) issue both bilaterally and multilaterally have to take," he said Al during the addressing at the closing ceremony of the 4th extra-ordinary session of Islamic Summit in Makkah label last night, according to a report here from Saudi Arabia today.

In the wake of the recent violence in the Rakhine State of Myanmar, President Rahman said that the United Nations High Commissioner for human rights has expressed concern about oppression of Muslim minorities there.

The condition of Muslim minorities in various parts of the world is great concern, he said, adding, that it is not only a question of protection of the Muslims and their faith; but a question of universal human rights.

"We need to revive the morale of the world and necessary steps to form international public opinion in favour of these minority people", he said.

Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud hosted the two-day 4th special session of Islamic Summit Conference joined by the heads of State and Governments of the Member States of the OIC (organisation of Islamic cooperation).

President Zillur Rahman said that the Palestine question remains a symbol of oppression and injustice to Muslims.

Zillur Rahman said that Bangladesh has led, that his consistent and firmly support the fundamental rights of the Palestinian people.

"Together with the traditional diplomatic efforts to influence their Governments we must make some innovative effort for mass awareness especially in non-Muslim countries," said Bangladesh President.

He said that world opinion in favour of the legitimate rights of the Palestinians for a just and fair solution to the Palestinian crisis must be formed.

The Muslim countries include almost one-third of the world's countries and one fifth of the world's population, he said adding for centuries Muslims at the top of the building were friendship and harmony in the world with noble Islamic ideal.

President Rahman claimed however large values of the Islamic brotherhood provided by the direction of international policy in question.

"We are now numerous conflicts and discords confronted." They are not only between Muslims and non-Muslims, but unfortunately they are also between Muslims and Muslims, "he said."

"The oppression on Muslims, which we now witness are a wake up call for our commitment to preserve the Islamic ideal of peace and justice." We can no life insular in the age of globalization, "Continued President Rahman."

"We have necessary wisdom, resources, values, culture and heritage, to influence international policy on our behalf," he said adding, "That the unity and solidarity of the Muslim Ummah and implementation of the Islamic values of Justice, equality and involvement of the population of our countries will require."

The President expressed to see his consternation for the loss of human lives and destruction of property during the recent political unrest in the Middle East and North Africa. "The endless killing in Syria, also in this month of Ramadan, contrary to the large Islamic values of compassion and kindness," he said.

He said it they can see debate on the dynamics of these conflicts, some, as the necessary hurts achieve democracy, some can write them to the effects of globalization, some can mention it as the conspiracy of the external forces.

Whatever be the reason, those do not suffer from any situation be justified, he said.

"I firmly believe that such human tragedies should be avoided, to ensure the basic civil and political rights of citizens." Guarantee of freedom from hunger, fear and humiliation can be a viable solution for such a political crisis in the future, "he said."

"A non-violent solution based should be achieved on the Islamic tradition of moderation and discussion." Bangladesh, Member of the UN Human Rights Council, a peaceful solution to the Syrian crisis since its membership has supported, "he added."

In 1974 for the unity and solidarity of the Islamic Ummah while the second Summit of the OIC that should not limited at the intergovernmental level, but should be based on all areas of our social lives, he said "The father of our nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman".

Zillur Rahman left the country for Saudi Arabia on Sunday evening on a five day official visit the Summit at the invitation of the Saudi King.

Rahman, President is expected to return here on August 17.

Source: theindependentbd.com

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Suu Kyi: My Thai trip didn't hurt Myanmar govt

Author / Source : independent online/AP

YANGON: Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi said Wednesday her activities on a recent trip to Thailand gave no cause for anyone to be unhappy, dismissing speculation her high-profile visit annoyed the government.

Suu Kyi's visits with Myanmar migrant workers and refugees and her appearance at the World Economic Forum in Bangkok garnered global attention because it was the former political prisoner's first trip outside Myanmar in 24 years.

Myanmar President Thein Sein had been scheduled for an official visit to Thailand at the same time and for the same conference, but postponed and then canceled his trip. Officials said he was busy at home, but it was speculated Thein Sein was irritated at being upstaged.

"I don't think that I did anything that could make anybody in Burma unhappy, because what I did was go to meet migrant workers and to meet those officials in Thailand who are responsible for the migrant workers' situation and we discussed matters of mutual benefit," Suu Kyi said Wednesday, using the old name for her country preferred by some political activists.

She said the same held true for her visit to a refugee camp near the Myanmar border where she had "very fruitful discussions," she said.

"I do not think that my activities there could in any way affect the situation of Burmese people adversely," said Suu Kyi at a news conference in Yangon.

Suu Kyi's cooperation with Thein Sein has been crucial in winning support at home and abroad for the president's reform program, which is opening up the country after decades of military rule. She has repeatedly said she believes in Thein Sein's sincerity in affecting social and political changes.

Suu Kyi had also spoken frankly at the World Economic Forum about potential difficulties for foreign investors in Myanmar at a time when the government is wooing such investors to help boost the economy.

"I had given my views very openly at the Forum and I heard that some were unhappy about that," she said. "I gave my frank opinion so that people can make a correct assessment of the country. "

Western nations earlier this year eased sanctions they had imposed on Myanmar under the country's previous repressive military regime, allowing previously banned investment. Thein Sein is backed by the military but came to power through elections and has instituted reforms that have won the endorsement of Suu Kyi and her National League for Democracy party.

Suu Kyi's trip to Thailand had appeared to be hastily arranged, and there were reports that Thai authorities were also upset about not being more closely consulted about her plans.

"I appreciate everything that the Thai government did to make my visit there a very happy one," Suu Kyi said Wednesday. "The authorities in Thailand were very, very cooperative. I have no complaint whatsoever to make about my time in Thailand."

Suu Kyi also talked about plans for her upcoming trip to Europe.

On June 13, she is scheduled to depart on a five-country tour that includes stops in Geneva, Oslo, Dublin, London and Paris. Among the highlights is her trip to Norway, where Suu Kyi will formally accept the Nobel Peace Prize she was awarded in 1991. She is supposed to return home June 30.

Source: theindependentbd.com

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