Tarique Rahman

Politician

Bangladeshi Dhaka, Bangladesh

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician
NationalityBangladeshi
Date of Birth20/11/1965
Age60 years
BirthplaceDhaka, Bangladesh

Latest News about Tarique Rahman

17/02/2026

Tarique Rahman was sworn in as Prime Minister of Bangladesh after the BNP secured a landslide victory with a two-thirds majority in the 2026 general election, widely regarded as the country's first free and fair poll in years. He won seats in two constituencies but retained Dhaka-17. This marked the end of 35 years of female leadership and positioned him to revise governance structures with a constitutional supermajority.

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Bio/Wiki

Other Names
  • Tarique Zia
  • Tarek Zia
NicknamePinu
Famous forBeing acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and the son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 8" (173cm)
Eye ColorLight Brown
Hair ColorSalt and Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

School
  • BAF Shaheen School, Dhaka
  • St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, Dhaka
College/University
  • Dhaka Residential Model College, Dhaka
  • Adamjee Cantonment College, Dhaka
  • University of Dhaka, Dhaka
DegreeBachelor's degree in Law and International Relations

Personal Life

ReligionIslam (Bengali Muslim)

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date03/02/1994
Wife/SpouseZubaida Rahman (Physician)
ChildrenZaima Rahman (Barrister)

Family

FatherZiaur Rahman (deceased) (Bangladeshi military officer, Politician)
MotherKhaleda Zia (deceased) (Politician)
SiblingsArafat Rahman (deceased) (Bangladeshi cricket organizer)

Career

Political PartyBangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)
Political JourneyTarique Rahman began his political journey by joining the BNP in 1988. He played a crucial role in reforming the party's approach towards politics, focusing on productivity and development. He participated actively in grassroots movements, especially during the Awami League's rule from 1996 to 2001, and was heavily involved in coordinating national election campaigns. Despite facing numerous controversies and legal challenges, including being accused of mastermind roles in attacks and corruption, he maintained a significant influence within the BNP. After a long stint in London due to legal issues, he returned to Bangladesh in late 2025 following acquittals in all cases after the 2024 uprising. The BNP won a landslide victory in the 2026 general election, and he was sworn in as Prime Minister on 17 February 2026.
Current PositionPrime Minister of Bangladesh (since 17/02/2026), Chairman of BNP

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Tarique comes from a prominent political family in Bangladesh, with both of his parents having held significant political positions.
2. He started his political career at a young age, influencing the direction of the BNP.
3. In 2015, he established a public relations firm in London, initially listing his nationality as British.
4. Tarique has faced multiple legal cases and charges, which his party alleges were politically motivated.
5. He became the Chairman of BNP following the death of his mother Khaleda Zia.
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