President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has conveyed condolences to the Government and people of Bangladesh following the passing of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, the country’s first female head of government.
In a message shared on X, President Muizzu expressed sympathy to the Bangladeshi nation as it mourns the loss of a leader who played a defining role in the country’s political history. He also offered prayers for Khaleda Zia’s family, asking for strength and patience for her loved ones during what he described as a period of deep sorrow.
The President noted that the moment marks a significant loss for Bangladesh, extending solidarity on behalf of the Government and people of the Maldives.
Khaleda Zia served multiple terms as Prime Minister and remains a prominent figure in Bangladesh’s modern political landscape. Her passing has prompted tributes and messages of condolence from leaders and governments across the region and beyond.
