Tarique Rahman sworn in as Bangladesh’s PM after landslide election victory
Summary
Tarique Rahman was sworn in as Bangladesh's prime minister following his party's decisive election victory, marking a significant political shift after the upheaval that ousted Sheikh Hasina's government.
Key Points
- Tarique Rahman was sworn in as Bangladesh's prime minister after his party's landslide victory.
- Rahman's BNP won a two-thirds majority, returning to power after nearly two decades.
- The election followed a transitional period led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus.
- Opposition includes Jamaat-e-Islami and youth-led National Citizen Party after Awami League was banned.
