58-year-old Rahman, who is the de facto chief of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is about to return to Bangladesh. His return comes after 2 decades of self-exile in London. Political experts consider this move to be one that could change Bangladesh’s political landscape. He also confirmed his intention to contest the national elections slated for February 2026- the first since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina’s government following a violent uprising last year.

Who is Tarique Rahman?

Born in Bogura, Tarique Rahman grew up in one of Bangladesh’s most powerful political families. His childhood was shaped by the power struggles and political dynamics that Bangladesh experienced. His father, Ziaur Rahman, a war hero, became president after the 1971 Liberation War. He was assassinated in 1

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