The European Union has expressed its approval following the inauguration of Bangladesh’s interim government, which is now under the leadership of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus.
Josep Borrell, the EU’s foreign policy chief, emphasized that Bangladesh is entering a critical phase of transition. He highlighted the interim government’s key role in paving the way for democratic elections and addressing the accountability for the violence and loss of life that have taken place.
Borrell described this as a significant moment for Bangladesh’s democratic journey, reflecting the aspirations of its people, particularly the youth. He also stated that the EU is eager to engage with the new administration and to support the transition, stressing the importance of good governance, democratic values, and respect for human rights in this process.
On Thursday evening, Muhammad Yunus, known globally as a pioneer in microfinance, was sworn in as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government. In his oath, Yunus pledged to uphold and protect the constitution and to fulfill his duties with sincerity.
Yunus, a respected social entrepreneur and economist, is widely recognized for his role in founding the Grameen Bank in 1983, a pioneering institution in the fields of microcredit and microfinance.
