Tariq Rahman was officially sworn in as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh along with members of his party, making them the first elected representatives since the violent uprising in 2024. The oath-taking ceremony occurred in parliament, where these officials pledged allegiance to the country in front of the head of the electoral commission. Rahman is stepping into the prime ministerial role to replace a caretaker government that had governed the nation for 18 months following the ousting of Sheikh Hasina Wazed's government.

At 60 years old, Rahman, a prominent politician hailing from one of Bangladesh's most powerful political families and the current leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), achieved a significant victory in the recent elections held just five days prior. In his victory speech, he emphasized that this victory represents not just a political win but a win for democracy and the people of Bangladesh, who have been striving for democratic governance and have made sacrifices for it.

However, alongside expressing optimism, Rahman also acknowledged the challenges that lay ahead for his administration, hinting at the need for vigilance as the country navigates its political landscape following the tumultuous period. The focus now shifts to how his government will address pressing issues and reconcile divisions in a society recovering from political unrest.