Dhaka, December 30:
Bangladesh mourned the passing of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, with tributes pouring in from across the nation and the world. Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus described her death as the loss of “a great guardian of democracy and political legacy” in the country. He highlighted her long-standing role in shaping Bangladesh’s political landscape, acknowledging her contributions to governance and party leadership, while urging citizens to honour her legacy with unity and peace.
Yunus also called for continued dialogue and political stability in Bangladesh, noting that Khaleda Zia’s leadership had a profound impact on women’s participation in politics and governance. Political analysts observed that her passing might reshape alliances and strategies among the country’s major parties, potentially influencing upcoming elections. Amid the grief, national leaders and citizens alike paid homage to her decades of public service, while emphasizing the need for Bangladesh to move forward with democratic values and inclusivity as her enduring legacy.
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