Mr. Speaker, I have constituents worried over the fate of loved ones facing persecution in Burma.
Rohingya are a minority group in Burma who are without citizenship rights. They are prohibited from building of worship and from working in the public service. They require a permit to travel and they must declare their religion on I.D. cards.
This summer, violence again broke out in Burma and many Rohingya were targeted. There are real concerns that Burmese security did not do an adequate job of protecting all residents and may even have contributed to the violence.
The Canadian government advocates for the protection of human rights in Burma and around the world. We condemn the violence in Burma's Rakhine State, which has led to the displacement of up to 90,000 residents.
We call on all sides to work toward a peaceful resolution. We urge the Burmese government to ensure the safety of all civilians.
The House must stand with the Rohingya in their quest for protection and justice.