Bangladesh is mourning the passing of former PM Khaleda Zia, the country’s first female leader and longtime BNP chairperson, who died today at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness. Zia’s death marks the end of an era defined by her fierce rivalry with ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Just days ago, her son Tarique Rahman returned to Dhaka after 17 years in exile, bolstering the BNP as frontrunners in the upcoming February 2026 elections-the first since Hasina’s fall. This transition raises questions for Bangladesh’s fragile democracy and regional stability. Historically, the BNP has had strained ties with India, often accused of harboring anti-India elements during Zia’s 2001-2006 tenure. Yet recent signals from the party suggest potential for a reset, emphasizing mutual respect and equality. Analysts say a BNP victory could test whether old differences persist or mark a new beginning in Bangladesh-India relations amid shared economic interests.
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