Sheikh Hasina wishes Trump on election win, lauds his ‘extraordinary leadership’

Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday congratulated Donald Trump on his US presidential election victory.

Lauding his “extraordinary leadership qualities”, Hasina said the people of America had immense trust in the Republican leader. “Sheikh Hasina has congratulated Donald J Trump on his victory as the 47th President of the United States of America,” a statement issued through a post on the verified Facebook page of Awami League, read.

Hasina also wished for ties between Bangladesh and the US to be further strengthened. Notably, Dr Muhammad Yunus, chief adviser to Bangladesh’s interim government, has not yet reacted to Trump’s election victory.

Hasina’s wish for Trump came days after he issued a lengthy statement commenting on the attacks on the Hindus in Bangladesh, an issue close to the hearts of Hindu Americans. He also talked about protecting the rights of the Hindu community in the US and globally, a move that was welcomed by Hindu Americans.

Donald Trump won the US presidential elections on Wednesday, defeating opponent Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee. He won four of the seven battleground states.