BNP's Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir elected Bangladesh President in first contested poll in 35 years
Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir was elected as Bangladesh's President, securing 255 votes against 88 for Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmed. This election marks the first contested presidential poll in 35 years, with 343 of 349 lawmakers participating. Alamgir will take the oath of office on Friday, following the resignation of Mohammed Shahabuddin last month due to health issues.