Bangladesh Nationalist Party Secures Landslide Victory in First Post-Coup Election; Tarique Rahman Poised to Become Prime Minister
Summary
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won a landslide victory in Bangladesh's first post-coup election, with Tarique Rahman poised to become Prime Minister after returning from exile.
Key Points
- The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won 212 out of 300 seats in the parliamentary election after the 2024 coup.
- Tarique Rahman is almost certain to become the next Prime Minister of Bangladesh.
- Rahman returned from 17 years of self-exile in London after convictions against him were overturned following Sheikh Hasina's removal.
- Rahman pledged to restore peace and stability under a democratic government after a period of authoritarian rule.
