Yunus interim government
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Interim Government of Bangladesh | |
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22nd Cabinet of Bangladesh | |
Date formed | 8 August 2024 |
People and organisations | |
President | Mohammed Shahabuddin |
Chief Adviser | Muhammad Yunus |
Total no. of members | 17 |
History | |
Predecessor | Fifth Hasina ministry |
An interim government in Bangladesh was formed on 8 August 2024, following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on 5 August 2024 due to student protests against the government. Following the dissolution of parliament on 6 August 2024, the interim government will remain in office until the holding of snap parliamentary elections. The cabinet is similar to the caretaker government system.[1][2]
Background
[edit]The non-cooperation movement,[a] also known as the one-point movement,[b] was a protest against the government of Bangladesh, initiated within the framework of the 2024 Bangladesh quota reform movement. The sole demand of this movement was the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her cabinet.[3][4]
Although initially limited to the goal of reforming quotas in government jobs, the movement snowballed into a mass anti-government uprising after the deaths of several protesters. The movement was also fueled by ongoing socio-economic and political issues, including the government's mismanagement of the national economy, rampant corruption by government officials, human rights violations, allegations of undermining the country's sovereignty by Sheikh Hasina, and increasing authoritarianism and democratic backsliding.[5][6][7][8][9]
On 3 August 2024, coordinators of the Anti-discrimination Students Movement announced a one-point demand for the resignation of the Prime Minister and her cabinet and called for "comprehensive non-cooperation".[10][11] The following day, violent clashes broke out, resulting in the deaths of 97 people, including students. The coordinators called for a long march to Dhaka to force Hasina out of power on 5 August. That day, a large crowd of protesters made its way through the capital.[12] At 2:30 p.m. BST, Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled to India, her biggest ally.[13] Widespread celebrations and violence occurred following her removal, resulting in hundreds of deaths, while the military and President Mohammed Shahabuddin announced the formation of an interim government led by economist and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus.[14] Meanwhile, reports emerged about Indian media engaging in a widespread misinformation campaign aimed at destabilizing Bangladesh following Hasina's resignation and departure to India.[15][16]Members
[edit]The following lists the advisers of the interim government:[18][19][20][21][22]
Reactions
[edit]Internal
[edit]The nomination of Yunus, who accepted an offer to advise the interim government, has been supported by key figures in the student movement.[24][25]
International
[edit]- China welcomed the formation of the interim government. A spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry said, "China has noted the establishment of an interim government of Bangladesh and welcomes this".[26]
- European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said, "The EU looks forward to engaging with the new administration and to supporting this critical transition which should be part of a peaceful and inclusive process underpinned by good governance, democratic values and respect for human rights".[27]
- Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi congratulated Yunus after he was sworn in as a chief of the interim government. Modi said, "We hope for an early return to normalcy, ensuring the safety and protection of Hindus and all other minority communities".[28][29]
- President of Maldives Mohamed Muizzu congratulated Yunus on assuming office.[30]
- Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif wished Yunus great success in guiding Bangladesh towards a harmonious and prosperous future. He looks forward to work with him to deepen cooperation between Pakistan and Bangladesh.[31]
- President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdoğan congratulated Yunus.[32] Erdoğan described Yunus as "a friend of Islam and Turkey", adding that "Turkey will continue to provide support in this turbulent time".[33]
- Spokesperson for the United States Department of State Matthew Miller told reporters: "We welcome Dr. Yunus's call for an end to the recent violence and we stand ready to work with the interim government and Dr. Yunus as it charts a democratic future for the people of Bangladesh."[34]
- Prime minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim congratulated Yunus on his appointment as Chief Adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh.[35]
- Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the interim government of Dr. Yunus.[36]
- Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada Mélanie Joly welcomed the inauguration of interim government in Bangladesh led by Dr. Yunus.[37]
See also
[edit]Notes
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Shaikh, Emran Hossain (2024-08-07). "Interim govt: What the law says". Dhaka Tribune.
- ^ "Dr Yunus-led interim govt legal: SC". THE BUSINESS STANDARD. 9 August 2024. Archived from the original on 10 August 2024. Retrieved 10 August 2024.
- ^ Hasnat, Saif; Mashal, Mujib. "Roaring Back After Crackdown, Bangladesh Protesters Demand Leader's Ouster". The New York Times. Archived from the original on 4 August 2024. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
- ^ "শহীদ মিনার থেকে এক দফা ঘোষণা". মানবজমিন (in Bengali). Archived from the original on 3 August 2024. Retrieved 3 August 2024.
- ^ Lu, Christina (2024-08-07). "What's Behind Bangladesh's Student Protests?". Foreign Policy. Archived from the original on 4 August 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-03.
- ^ "Is the system rigged against meritocracy?". The Daily Star. 2024-07-10. Archived from the original on 16 July 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-03.
- ^ Ahmed, Redwan; Ellis-Petersen, Hannah (2024-07-26). "Bangladesh student protests turn into 'mass movement against a dictator'". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Archived from the original on 4 August 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-03.
- ^ Charlie Campbell (2023-11-02). "Sheikh Hasina and the Future of Democracy in Bangladesh". TIME. Archived from the original on 4 January 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-03.
- ^ "Sheikh Hasina doesn't sell the country, say prime minister". Prothomalo. 25 June 2024. Archived from the original on 5 August 2024. Retrieved 5 August 2024.
- ^ "It's now one point". the daily star. Archived from the original on 3 August 2024. Retrieved 3 August 2024.
- ^ "One Point Demand' announced from Central Shaheed Minar". bonik barta. Archived from the original on 3 August 2024. Retrieved 3 August 2024.
- ^ "PM resigned, interim govt to be formed: Army chief". The Daily Star. 2024-08-05. Archived from the original on 5 August 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-05.
- ^ "Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina resigns and flees country as protesters storm palace". BBC News. Archived from the original on 5 August 2024. Retrieved 5 August 2024.
- ^ "Bangladesh's interim government will take oath on Thursday, says the military chief". Associated Press News. 7 August 2024. Archived from the original on 7 August 2024. Retrieved 7 August 2024.
- ^ Mahmud, Faisal; Sarker, Saqib. "'Islamophobic, alarmist': How some India outlets covered Bangladesh crisis". Al Jazeera. Retrieved 9 August 2024.
- ^ "Bangladeshi Hindu Leader Condemns Indian Media for Spreading False News". Oneindia. 6 August 2024.
- ^ "Interim govt distributes duties, Yunus in charge of 25 ministries". bdnews24.com. 9 August 2024.
- ^ "Who's Who In Bangladesh's New Interim Govt As Ex-PM Sheikh Hasina Flees Restive Nation?". News18. 2024-08-05. Retrieved 2024-08-06.
- ^ "Coordinators of anti-discrimination movement going to Bangabhaban". RTV News. 7 August 2024.
- ^ আলম, মো রাশেদুল. "অন্তর্বর্তী সরকারের সম্ভাব্য উপদেষ্টা যাঁরা". Prothomalo (in Bengali). Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ "Who are the possible faces of the interim government of Bangladesh?". The Business Standard. 2024-08-08. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ https://www.dhakatribune.com/bangladesh/354173/interim-govt-who-will-oversee-which-ministry
- ^ "Yunus-led interim govt sworn in". The Daily Star. 2024-08-08. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
- ^ "Bangladesh protesters want Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to lead government". Al Jazeera. Retrieved 2024-08-06.
- ^ "Bangladesh crisis LIVE Updates: We have got independence for second time; we must protect this, says Muhammad Yunus". The Hindu.
- ^ "How China, India and the world reacted to Bangladesh's interim govt formation". Firstpost. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
- ^ "Bangladesh: Statement by the High Representative on the new interim government | EEAS". www.eeas.europa.eu. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
- ^ "Modi congratulates Prof Yunus on becoming chief adviser of interim govt". The Financial Express. Retrieved 2024-08-08.
- ^ https://x.com/narendramodi/status/1821574094195769549
- ^ https://x.com/MMuizzu/status/1821871203573510146
- ^ https://x.com/CMShehbaz/status/1821756753622516042
- ^ "Yunus says will head Bangladesh interim govt for snap elections". Anadolu Ajansı. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
- ^ "Erdogan congratulates Yunus". The Daily Star. 2024-08-09. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
- ^ "Muhammad Yunus takes oath as head of Bangladesh's interim government". Al Jazeera. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
- ^ https://x.com/anwaribrahim/status/1821883256511590885
- ^ https://x.com/DutchMFA/status/1821916519930196260
- ^ https://x.com/melaniejoly/status/1822002436535676948