Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Amir Dr Shafiqur Rahman congratulated Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir after he was elected Bangladesh’s 23rd president on August 20, 2026. In a Facebook post published after the result was announced, Shafiqur Rahman offered his sincere congratulations to the newly elected president.

The Jamaat leader said the 23rd presidential election was held on August 20, 2026. He expressed hope that Mirza Fakhrul, as guardian of the state in the coming days, would use his highest competence and wisdom in carrying out his responsibilities.

Shafiqur Rahman said he hoped the president would work to establish justice, uphold democracy, and protect the country’s independence and sovereignty. The report did not provide further details about the election result or any response from Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir.