Key facts
- Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has resigned.
- The resignation is reportedly due to serious health issues, including Autonomic Neuropathy.
- The speaker of parliament will assume presidential duties.
- Shahabuddin oversaw the country during a volatile period following the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August 2024.
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has resigned, citing serious health issues including a diagnosis of Autonomic Neuropathy. The speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad is set to assume presidential duties until a new president is elected. Shahabuddin, who has been president since April 2023, oversaw the nation during a volatile period after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted in August 2024. Multiple sources had previously indicated his resignation was expected on Friday, potentially due to illness, prompting the speaker to cut short a trip to return for the event.