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Tarique Rahman to take oath as Bangladesh PM today.

TT Editor·Updated: 17 Feb 2026 10:22 am IST
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Tarique Rahman to take oath as Bangladesh PM today.

Tarique Rahman, the Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is set to take the oath as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh today. This significant event follows the recent elections, where newly elected Members of Parliament will be sworn in on February 17. Rahman's ascension to the premiership marks a pivotal moment in Bangladeshi politics, as he steps into a leadership role that has been contested in the past. His party, the BNP, has a storied history in the country, and this new government will face numerous challenges, including economic recovery and political stability. The political landscape in Bangladesh has been marked by intense rivalry, particularly between the BNP and the ruling Awami League. As Rahman prepares to assume office, observers will be keenly watching how his leadership will shape the future of the nation, especially in terms of governance, civil rights, and international relations.

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