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BNP Wins Majority in Bangladesh Vote as Rahman Set to Become Prime Minister

Voters endorsed a reform mandate now slated for a 180‑day constituent decision.

Plakat der Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) mit Tarique Rahman, vor dem Parteibüro in Dhaka.
Tarique Rahman

Overview

  • Bangladesh’s election commission said the BNP secured 212 of 300 seats, delivering an absolute parliamentary majority.
  • The Jamaat-e-Islami–led alliance won 77 seats and raised doubts about discrepancies in the results.
  • The Juli‑Charta constitutional referendum passed with roughly 65.5% support alongside turnout near 60%.
  • The reform package outlines term limits for the prime minister, creation of a parliamentary upper house, stronger presidential powers, and greater judicial independence.
  • India, the United States, China, and Pakistan congratulated BNP leader Tarique Rahman following the victory.