Friday, February 13, 2026
News update
- Bangladesh Set for First Male PM in 35 Years |
- Presence of women voters is noticeable at polling stations in Kalapara |
- Tarique Rahman wins both Dhaka-17, Bogura-6 seats |
- Dhaka’s air ‘very unhealthy’, ranks 3rd most polluted city globally |
- NCP demands vote recount in several constituencies, alleges irregularities |
US congratulates Bangladesh on successful election, BNP on ‘historic victory’
Greenwatch Desk
Diplomacy
2026-02-13, 10:20am
The United States has congratulated the people of Bangladesh for holding a successful national election.
In a Facebook post, the US embassy in Dhaka extended greetings to Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its leader Tarique Rahman on ‘historic victory’, reports UNB.
“The United States looks forward to working with you to realize shared goals of prosperity and security for both our countries,” it added.