Acting President

Acting President

Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmed addresses a reception and discussion for the families of those killed and the July fighters at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Dhaka today, 5 August 2026. Photo: Collected

Acting president calls for unity on national interest, democratic values

The nation must remain vigilant so that "no division, hatred or narrow interests" can hinder national progress, he says.

Senior state officials today (24 July) welcomed the acting president with floral bouquets after he assumed the role under constitutional provisions following President Mohammed Shahabuddin's resignation. Photo: The Bangladesh Parliament

Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmad assumes office, receives floral greetings