Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin resigns
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has resigned two years early, citing health issues related to Autonomic Neuropathy. The national parliament speaker will assume presidential duties until a new election is held within 90 days.
Why it matters
The sudden resignation creates a power vacuum in Bangladesh, potentially destabilizing the political landscape during a period of transition.
Shahabuddin, 76, cited health reasons for leaving two years before his five year term was meant to expire.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Bangladesh’s Mohammed Shahabuddin has resigned as president [File: Mohammad Ponir Hossain/Reuters] By Al Jazeera Staff , AP and Reuters Published On 24 Jul 2026 24 Jul 2026 Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has resigned two years ahead the end of his full five-year term.
Shahabuddin, 76, cited health reasons for his decision on Friday. The move comes amid rising demand from opposition parties for him to step down.
“Recent medical examinations have diagnosed me with a condition known as Autonomic Neuropathy. Due to this condition, I occasionally experience momentary loss of consciousness,” Shahabuddin said in a statement released by his press secretary.
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