Biden: Myanmar army genocidal against Rohingya

In a recent statement, President Joe Biden has accused the Myanmar army of committing genocide against the Rohingya people. This is a significant move by the US government, as it marks the first time that the Biden administration has used the term “genocide” to describe the atrocities committed against the Rohingya.

The Rohingya are a Muslim minority group in Myanmar, also known as Burma, who have faced persecution and discrimination for decades. In 2017, the Myanmar army launched a brutal crackdown against the Rohingya, which led to the displacement of over 700,000 people and the deaths of thousands.

The United Nations has previously described the situation as a “textbook example of ethnic cleansing,” but the Myanmar government has denied any wrongdoing and has refused to allow international investigators into the country.

President Biden’s statement is a significant step towards holding the Myanmar government accountable for its actions. The US government has already imposed sanctions on several Myanmar officials and entities, and President Biden has promised to work with international partners to increase pressure on the Myanmar government.

However, some experts have criticized the Biden administration for not taking stronger action, such as imposing a full trade embargo on Myanmar. They argue that the US government needs to do more to show that it is serious about holding the Myanmar government accountable for its actions.

Despite these criticisms, President Biden’s statement is an important step towards justice for the Rohingya people. It sends a clear message that the US government will not tolerate genocide and that it will work to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.

The international community must continue to put pressure on the Myanmar government to allow international investigators into the country and to ensure that the Rohingya people are able to return to their homes safely. Only then can we begin to address the deep-rooted issues of discrimination and persecution that have plagued Myanmar for decades.