Bangladesh: Parliament Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed assumes duties as acting President
Jul 24, 2026
Bangladesh Parliament Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed has assumed duties as Acting President following Mohammed Shahabuddin's resignation due to severe health issues. Shahabuddin, who took office on April 24, 2023, formally stepped down citing physical incapacity. Under the Constitution, Parliament must elect a new president within 90 days.