Nicaragua congratulates Mirza Fakhrul on Bangladesh presidency

Nicaragua's government, led by Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, extended congratulations to Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir following his election as the new president of Bangladesh. The official statement expressed confidence that Bangladesh would continue to advance in well-being, unity, and prosperity, aligning with Nicaragua's own pursuit of a just, peaceful, and sovereign world.

Ortega and Murillo used the occasion to reaffirm Nicaragua's dedication to enhancing friendship, solidarity, and cooperation between the two nations. They emphasized a shared commitment to working jointly for the welfare and development of their respective peoples.

Mirza Fakhrul, a veteran leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), secured the presidency in a parliamentary vote. This election was notable as it was the first contested presidential election in decades, with Fakhrul defeating retired Colonel Oli Ahmed. The election process itself was unusual, being only the second parliamentary vote for the presidency since Bangladesh restored its parliamentary system in 1991, with most previous presidents elected unopposed.

Diplomatic and commercial ties between Bangladesh and Nicaragua are limited. While there were efforts in 2018 to boost trade, investment, and agricultural exchange, Nicaragua recently included Bangladesh among countries requiring a consulted visa for entry.