Summary
Tarique Rahman, a key political figure in Bangladesh, has returned to the country after 17 years in exile. He is expected to become the next prime minister if his party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), wins the upcoming general elections. His return follows the ousting and sentencing of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Key Facts
- Tarique Rahman returned to Bangladesh after 17 years living in London.
- Rahman is the leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP).
- He is the son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia.
- The BNP aims to win the upcoming general elections in Bangladesh.
- Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted last year and sentenced to death in absentia.
- Hasina is living in exile and her party may not participate in the elections.
- Rahman was previously investigated for various charges under Hasina's government but is no longer facing charges.
