Khaleda Zia: The Life and Legacy of Bangladesh’s First Woman PM

Описание: Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first female prime minister and a towering figure in the nation’s politics for over three decades, has passed away at the age of 80, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) announced. She had been suffering from prolonged and serious health complications. Her death marks the end of an era in Bangladeshi politics.

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Khaleda Zia entered politics after the assassination of her husband, President Ziaur Rahman, and went on to become one of the most influential leaders in the country’s history. As prime minister, she played a key role in restoring the parliamentary system and advancing social reforms, including mandatory primary education.

For more than 30 years, she was the principal political rival of Sheikh Hasina, shaping Bangladesh’s modern political landscape through intense electoral battles and contrasting visions of governance. Despite facing corruption allegations and periods of imprisonment, Khaleda remained a central symbol of opposition politics and democratic struggle.

The BNP has announced a seven-day mourning period, with tributes pouring in from supporters and political leaders across the country. Party leaders stated that Khaleda Zia will be remembered as a symbol of democracy and resilience. The BNP, now led by her son, is preparing for upcoming elections amid a changing political environment.

Her passing is widely seen as a significant moment for Bangladesh, closing a historic chapter in the nation’s political journey.

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