Bangladesh’s president, once a close ally of ousted premier Sheikh Hasina, resigns
Summary
Bangladesh’s President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigned halfway through his term, citing medical reasons. His resignation follows political changes, including the fall of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the rise of a new government led by Tarique Rahman.Key Facts
- Mohammed Shahabuddin became Bangladesh’s 22nd president in April 2023.
- He was appointed during Sheikh Hasina’s rule and was considered her close ally.
- Sheikh Hasina’s government ended in August 2024 after an anti-government movement; she fled to India.
- A new government led by Tarique Rahman took power with a landslide victory in February 2024.
- Shahabuddin resigned on medical grounds, but reports suggest he may have been pressured due to contacts with Hasina.
- After resignation, Parliament’s speaker will serve as acting president until a new one is elected.
- Hasina was sentenced to death in absentia by a Bangladeshi tribunal for a crackdown linked to the uprising.
- India has refused to extradite Hasina despite requests from Bangladeshi governments.
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