HRC 63 – Written statement on the situation in Myanmar

Extensive Interactive Dialogue on reports of the High Commissioner and the IIMM  

7 September 2026 

Mr. President,  

Nine years after the genocide against the Rohingya, the International Court of Justice is approaching a historic judgment in The Gambia v. Myanmar case. The international community cannot afford to wait for the ruling before deciding how to respond. 

For Rohingya survivors, beyond the importance of acknowledgement and recognition, this judgment is about whether justice will have consequences for those who tried to erase them, and for their community. 

A positive or partially positive ruling must trigger action. States must be prepared to end all forms of support that sustain the junta, strengthen sanctions, advance accountability efforts, and establish a reparations framework for Rohingya victims. 

ASEAN must show leadership through maritime protection and making clear that Myanmar cannot regain regional legitimacy without complying with the ICJ’s ruling. 

We call for robust General Assembly and Human Rights Council resolutions, the creation of a Rohingya Reparations Trust Fund and Register of Damages, and sustained support for ICC and universal jurisdiction proceedings. 

Mr. President, 

What will the council do to ensure that the ICJ’s decision will result in tangible protection and compensation for the Rohingya community? 

Thank you.