Mohammad Yunus Appointed New Prime Minister of Bangladesh

*Dhaka, August 7, 2024* — In a dramatic turn of events, President Mohammad Shahabuddin has dissolved the Bangladeshi parliament and appointed Nobel laureate Mohammad Yunus as the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh. This significant political shift comes just one day after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s unexpected resignation and subsequent departure from the country amidst escalating violent protests.The unrest, which has plagued the nation for weeks, culminated in Hasina’s abrupt resignation. Her departure has led to widespread speculation and uncertainty regarding Bangladesh’s future political landscape.Mohammad Yunus, known globally for his pioneering work in microfinance and his role as the founder of the Grameen Bank, has been appointed to lead a caretaker government during this turbulent period. Yunus, who has previously expressed a commitment to social and economic reforms, faces the challenge of stabilizing the country and addressing the root causes of the recent unrest.