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Meet the two top candidates in Bangladesh's 2026 election

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February 11, 2026

DW talks to BNP's Tarique Rahman and Shafiq ur Rehman from the Jamaat-e-Islami alliance about their candidacies for the nation's leadership.

Tarique Rahman has re-emerged in Bangladesh politics after years in exile, with the BNP quickly becoming the dominant force. He promises inclusive governance for all citizens, while rival Shafiq ur Rehman and his Jamaat-e-Islami alliance campaign on anti-corruption and good governance. Strong youth turnout at Jamaat rallies shows a competitive race ahead.

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