Muhammad Yunus to Head Bangladesh's Interim Government after Fall of Sheikh Hasina
Economist and Nobel Laureate Steps into Leadership Role
Bangladesh Turnmoil: Nobel Laureate Yunus Appointed Interim Leader
Nobel Peace Prize-winning economist Muhammad Yunus has assumed the role of interim head of government in Bangladesh, following the toppling of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Yunus, a renowned microfinance pioneer and advocate for poverty reduction, was sworn in on Wednesday. His appointment is seen as a pivotal moment in the country's political crisis.
The 84-year-old Yunus is expected to oversee a transition to national elections, and restore calm after weeks of political unrest and violent protests.
His appointment has been met with mixed reactions. Some hope that Yunus will bring stability and economic progress to Bangladesh, while others express concerns about his potential political biases.
Yunus has been a vocal critic of Sheikh Hasina's government, and his interim premiership has sparked speculation about his future political ambitions.
The formation of the interim government comes amid ongoing student protests and demands for electoral reforms. Yunus is expected to address these issues while leading the country through a period of political transition.
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