Ziaur Rahman

Tarique Rahman, son of the late Khaleda Zia (Bangladesh's first female Prime Minister) and Ziaur Rahman, is the newly elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh, leading the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) to a landslide victory in the February 2026 elections. This marks a significant shift in Bangladeshi politics, ending Sheikh Hasina's 15-year rule following a period of political turmoil and a caretaker government. Rahman's return from a 17-year exile and his leadership of the BNP have been central to this change. The election campaign focused heavily on the legacy of the 2024 uprising that ousted Hasina. His victory raises questions about dynastic succession in Bangladesh and whether he can deliver the change the country seeks. The diaspora also participated in the election, highlighting its global significance.