Regional leaders congratulate Tarique after BNP's election victory
Messages of goodwill poured in through social media posts, diplomatic communications, and phone calls after the official results were announced today (13 February).
Regional leaders have extended congratulations to BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman following the party's election victory in the 13th National Parliamentary Election.
Messages of goodwill poured in through social media posts, diplomatic communications, and phone calls after the official results were announced today (13 February), with leaders describing the outcome as a reflection of the Bangladeshi people's confidence in the new leadership.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his "warm congratulations" to Tarique in a Facebook post, stating that the electoral outcome demonstrated public trust in his leadership.
Modi affirmed India's continued support for a "democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh" and expressed interest in working closely with the new leadership to strengthen bilateral cooperation and shared development goals.
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He later spoke directly with Tarique Rahman and reiterated India's commitment to peace, progress, and prosperity for both nations.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also congratulated the people of Bangladesh and the BNP leadership in a post on X, extending advance Ramadan greetings and expressing hope that relations between Bangladesh and India would remain cordial.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif sent his "warmest felicitations," praising Tarique for leading the BNP to what he described as a resounding victory.
He said Pakistan looked forward to working with the new government in Dhaka to further strengthen historic and multifaceted bilateral relations and promote regional peace and development.
Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari also conveyed congratulations, expressing confidence that Bangladesh would continue its journey toward peace, progress, and prosperity under the new leadership.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim described the election outcome as "a significant victory for democracy" in a message shared on his verified X account, adding that Malaysia looks forward to enhancing ties with Bangladesh's new administration.
Sri Lanka's President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in a post on X, said the results reflect the trust placed in Tarique. He extended his best wishes to the people of Bangladesh for reaffirming their faith in democracy and congratulated Tarique on leading the BNP in the election.
Nepal's Prime Minister Sushila Karki congratulated Tarique Rahman and the people of Bangladesh on what she termed the successful conduct of the election, expressing optimism about closer cooperation and strengthened neighbourly relations.
Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay also sent a congratulatory message, saying the electoral mandate reflected the confidence of the Bangladeshi people and marked a new chapter of peace and progress.
He voiced hope for deeper friendship and collaboration between Bhutan and Bangladesh.
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu described the BNP's success as a "remarkable victory" and congratulated Tarique on the BNP's victory.
In a post on X, the Maldivian president said he looked forward to working closely with the new leadership to further deepen the longstanding friendship and cooperation between the Maldives and Bangladesh.
