Special envoy says Washington cannot bear the burden indefinitelyThe US announced more than $60 million in new assistance for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, while urging Bangladesh to make "meaningful policy changes" to allow the refugees greater livelihood opportunities. He said the move underscores Washington's commitment to saving lives and providing critical assistance "where it is needed most." The funding comes at a time when global aid for the Rohingya crisis has been sharply declining. Since 2017, the US has contributed nearly $2.4 billion in humanitarian assistance for Rohingya refugees, according to the State Department. "It is long past time for other governments and actors in the region to develop sustainable solutions for the Rohingya.