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Duchess of Edinburgh visits Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar
Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, has visited the sprawling Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar district, underscoring international attention to the humanitarian situation facing the displaced population.
LSN Bangladesh ·
The Duchess of Edinburgh toured the refugee settlements housing hundreds of thousands of Rohingya who fled Myanmar over recent years. During her visit to Cox's Bazar, she met with camp residents and observed conditions within the makeshift settlements that have become home to over 900,000 people since 2017.
The visit reflects ongoing international concern for the welfare of Rohingya refugees, who remain among the world's largest stateless populations. The camps, sprawling across hillsides in southeastern Bangladesh, present significant challenges in terms of sanitation, healthcare, education and livelihood opportunities for residents.
The Duchess's tour included engagements with humanitarian organizations and aid workers operating within the camps. Her visit highlights diplomatic focus on the refugee crisis and the need for sustainable solutions for the displaced community.
The situation in Cox's Bazar camps remains precarious, with residents facing overcrowding and limited access to basic services. International figures and organizations periodically visit to assess conditions and advocate for improved humanitarian response.