A motion congratulating Bangladesh’s newly elected Prime Minister Tarique Rahman was introduced in the New South Wales Parliament of Australia. The motion, raised by Member of Parliament Abigail Boyd, highlighted Bangladesh’s recent 13th general election held on 12 February 2026, describing it as one of the most peaceful, democratic, and credible elections in decades. The motion was confirmed by BNP’s International Affairs Secretary Md. Rashedul Haque.

Abigail Boyd’s proposal noted that the election followed the July 2024 student-led uprising that ended Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year authoritarian rule. Under Tarique Rahman’s leadership, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won a historic two-thirds majority. Citing the Election Commission, Boyd mentioned a record 59 percent voter turnout, calling it evidence of the nation’s democratic resurgence. The motion also referenced the success of the constitutional referendum on the July National Charter, which received 60 percent approval and includes over 80 reform proposals.

The motion concluded by congratulating the BNP and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, and commending the people of Bangladesh for their courage and activism in advancing freedom and justice.