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Sheikh Hasina seeks new passport, ID ahead of Bangladesh return
The former Bangladesh Prime Minister has instructed her London-based legal team to request fresh travel and identity documents from the Bangladesh High Commission. The move comes as she prepares for a planned homecoming following her ouster in August.
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Sheikh Hasina has confirmed that her legal representatives in London have formally approached the Bangladesh High Commission requesting a new passport and national identity card, signalling preparations for her return to the country.
The former Prime Minister's decision to seek replacement documents comes months after she fled Bangladesh in August amid mass protests and civil unrest that led to her resignation. Her departure marked a significant political turning point in the nation's recent history.
The request through official channels suggests efforts to regularize her legal status ahead of any homecoming. Officials at the Bangladesh High Commission in London are yet to publicly comment on the application or timeline for processing such requests.
Sheikh Hasina's planned return remains a closely watched development in South Asian politics, given her prominent role in Bangladesh's political landscape and the ongoing political tensions in the country. The procurement of new travel documents typically precedes significant cross-border movements by high-profile political figures.