Dr. Khalilur Rahman, previously serving as the National Security Adviser to the Chief Adviser of the interim government, has been appointed as the new Foreign Minister in the BNP-led government. The appointment was confirmed by a reliable BNP source. The Cabinet Division began inviting new cabinet members following the swearing-in of Members of Parliament, with 49 leaders called to join the new cabinet. The oath-taking ceremony for the ministers is scheduled to be administered by President Md. Shahabuddin at the South Plaza of the National Parliament Building on Tuesday afternoon.

Dr. Rahman had earlier been appointed in November 2024 as the High Representative for Rohingya issues and priority affairs under the Chief Adviser. In April 2025, he became the Chief Adviser’s National Security Adviser. He also played a significant role in recent trade agreement negotiations with the United States.

The formation of the new cabinet marks a key step in the BNP government’s transition from the interim administration, with Dr. Rahman’s appointment signaling continuity in foreign and security policy leadership.