Myanmar's government has faced significant international criticism for its policies and actions towards the Rohingya population, particularly following the military crackdown in 2017 that led to a mass exodus of Rohingya to neighboring Bangladesh. The government's response to these criticisms has evolved over time and can be summarized as follows:

1. Denial and Justification: Initially, the Myanmar government, led by Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD), largely denied allegations of ethnic cleansing and genocide. The government framed its actions as a legitimate response to terrorist threats posed by the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA), which it accused of attacking police posts.

2. International Engagement: Myanmar has engaged with international bodies to some extent, but often with a defensive stance. In 2019, Aung San Suu Kyi appeared at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to defend Myanmar against accusations of genocide, arguing that the military operations were a counter-terrorism response and not aimed at the Rohingya as an ethnic group.

3. Limited Acknowledgment: Over time, there have been some acknowledgments of wrongdoing, but these have been limited. The government has occasionally admitted that some military personnel may have committed crimes, but it has often portrayed these as isolated incidents rather than systemic issues.

4. Repatriation Efforts: Myanmar has expressed willingness to repatriate Rohingya refugees, but these efforts have been criticized as insufficient and lacking guarantees for the safety and rights of returnees. The conditions for repatriation have often been seen as inadequate by international observers and the Rohingya themselves.

5. Domestic and International Pressure: The military coup in February 2021 further complicated the situation. The military junta, which took control, has been less responsive to international pressure and has continued to face sanctions and condemnation from various countries and international organizations.

Overall, Myanmar's response has been characterized by a combination of denial, limited acknowledgment, and attempts to manage international perceptions, while substantial changes in policy or practice regarding the Rohingya have been minimal. The situation remains a significant human rights concern on the global stage.