Who was Khaleda Zia? Bangladesh’s first woman PM; archrival of Sheikh Hasina
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister and BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia has died at the age of 80. A dominant political figure for decades and the country's first woman prime minister, Zia had been battling multiple serious health complications. Her death occurs as Bangladesh approaches crucial national elections.
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister and BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia has died at the age of 80. A dominant political figure for decades and the country's first woman prime minister, Zia had been battling multiple serious health complications. Her death occurs as Bangladesh approaches crucial national elections.
