Tarique Rahman Sworn in as New Prime Minister of Bangladesh

Summary

Tarique Rahman has been sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh, leading a BNP-majority government with a new cabinet focused on economic reforms and democratic strengthening.

Key Points
  • Tarique Rahman was sworn in as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh by President Mohammed Shahabuddin.
  • The BNP parliamentary party unanimously elected Tarique Rahman as the leader after securing a parliamentary majority.
  • A new cabinet with 25 ministers and 24 state ministers was announced, including 23 lawmakers and 2 technocrats.
  • The new government aims to prioritize economic reforms, democratic institutions, and administrative restructuring.
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