In the most recent development, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has achieved a significant victory in the 13th parliamentary elections, securing 213 out of 300 seats, thereby gaining a two-thirds majority in the national parliament. This victory marks a pivotal return to power for the BNP after nearly two decades, with Tarique Rahman, the party leader and son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, poised to become the next Prime Minister. According to Qaumi Awaz Stories, this election was the first major political event following the ousting of Sheikh Hasina's government in 2024, which was prompted by a youth-led movement. Tarique Rahman, who returned from a 17-year self-imposed exile in London last December, has promised to focus on economic reforms, including reducing dependency on garment exports and attracting foreign investment (Independent Urdu). The election also included a national referendum on constitutional reforms, with 67% of voters supporting the changes, which aim to introduce a bicameral parliament and limit the Prime Minister's term (Express News).