DHAKA, 09 November 2021, (TON): A team of the United Nations is on a second visit to Bhashan Char to continue assessing needs prior to the global body's operational engagement with the island developed to relocate Rohingyas from Cox's Bazar.

"This week, a second mission is taking place to continue assessments on additional aspects such as nutrition and education, among others," Regina De La Portilla, communications officer of the Bangladesh chapter of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), told meida.

She said "the combined results will help to define future UN activities and support the government-led humanitarian response on Bhasan Char.”

As asked when the UN would begin working in Bhashan Char, the UNHCR official said "so far, we have no specific date for the comprehensive start of protection services and activities.

"As crucial needs are identified, the UN will provide support as required."

On the first visit, Regina De La Portilla said: "A UN team of UNHCR and WFP experts in various areas, including logistics, site management, health and community protection, went to Bhasan Char between November 1 and 4.”