Bangladesh Political Landscape Shifts with End of 'Battle of Begums'
Bangladesh is undergoing a significant political transformation as the era dominated by Sheikh Hasina and Khaleda Zia, known as the 'battle of begums,' comes to an end, with Tarique Rahman emerging as a new leader.
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Tarique Rahman sworn in as Bangladeshi prime minister
Many are hopeful moment will be a turning point away from repression and unrest and a chance to revive economy Bangladesh’s new prime minister has been sworn in, sealing a dramatic political comeback for the Bangladesh Nationalist party (BNP) and formally closing the turbulent chapter that toppled Sheikh Hasina in 2024. The swearing-in of Tarique Rahman restored an elected government after 18 months of caretaker rule led by Nobel peace prize laureate Muhammad Yunus. Continue reading...
By Penelope MacRae in Dhaka
Read full article →The 'Battle of Begums' chapter ends: Bangladesh turns a new page with a new nawab, Tarique Rahman
Bangladesh witnesses a seismic political shift as the 'battle of begums' era concludes. Sheikh Hasina is in exile, Khaleda Zia has passed away, paving the way for BNP scion Tarique Rahman's ascent. His return from a 17-year exile and subsequent electoral victory mark a new chapter, ushering in a generational change and a fresh political order for the nation.
By Abhishek Mishra
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