Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman (centre) waves to supporters after his arrival in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 25, 2025. (Photo: Munir Uz Zaman/AFP)
World
F
Firstpost25-12-2025, 17:49

Tarique Rahman Returns to Bangladesh, Vows Inclusivity, Citing MLK

  • Tarique Rahman, BNP acting chairman, returns to Bangladesh after 17 years of exile.
  • Invoked Martin Luther King Jr., promising inclusivity for all ethnic and religious groups with an "I have a plan" message.
  • Described Sheikh Hasina's ouster as Bangladesh's "second liberation" and pledged to reclaim democratic rights.
  • Arrived to a mass reception in Dhaka, with parliamentary elections weeks away.
  • Considered a leading contender for PM, with BNP expected to be frontrunner as BAL is barred.

Why It Matters: Tarique Rahman returns to Bangladesh, promising unity and democratic revival ahead of elections.

More like this

Loading more articles...