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title: 'Khaleda Zia’s Political Legacy Recalled as NA Speaker Meets Chief Adviser'
url: 'https://thediplomaticinsight.com/khaleda-zia-legacy-recalled-as-na-speaker-meets-yunus/'
author: 'News Desk'
date: '2026-01-01T11:07:25+05:00'
categories:
  - 'Asia'
  - 'Pakistan'
  - 'South Asia'
  - 'World'
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# Khaleda Zia’s Political Legacy Recalled as NA Speaker Meets Chief Adviser

**Dhaka (TDI):** Pakistan’s Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, met the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh after attending the funeral prayer of Khaleda Zia; former and the first woman Prime Minister of the country who was also leading the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP).

Condolences were expressed on Pakistan’s behalf while both dignitaries recalled the political legacy of Khaleda Zia, who envisioned friendly relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh – a sharp contrast to the the foreign policy leanings of BNP’s rival, Awami League.

They recalled her stature as a distinguished political leader whose resilience and contributions to the democratic evolution of Bangladesh are recognized and appreciated across the world.

They lauded her dedication to public service which changed the lives of millions of Bangladeshis for good. Both sides also appreciated her vision for peace, progress and connectivity of the region.

Chief Advise Muhammad Yunus also recalled his meetings with the Pakistani Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister while expressing hope and optimism about bilateral relations.

**Read More: [Bangladesh Holds State Funeral for Ex-PM Khaleda Zia](https://thediplomaticinsight.com/bangladesh-state-funeral-ex-pm-khaleda-zia/)**

Earlier, on arrival in Dhaka, Speaker Sadiq was received by officials from the Pakistani embassy and Foreign Affairs Ministry of Bangladesh. He met Khaleda Zia’s son, Tarique Rahman, and handed over a condolence letter from the Pakistani PM.

Sadiq noted the special bond Begum Zia shared with Pakistan and her commitment towards revitalizing historical ties, mutual respect, and bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

Tarique Rahman, now the interim chairperson of the party, hoped that his late mother’s vision may guide future engagements between Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Speaker Sadiq also had a meeting later on with Bangladesh’s Law Adviser. Apart from these interactions, the hand shake with Indian External Affairs Minister caught public attention, as both countries remain hostile since they confronted each other militarily in May, 2025.

**Read More: [‘Jaishankar Knew Exactly What He Was Doing’: Ayaz Sadiq on Dhaka Encounter](https://thediplomaticinsight.com/jaishankar-knew-exactly-what-he-was-doing-ayaz/)**

Speaking on* Geo News* program “Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Sath”, Sadiq said the Indian delegation, led by Jaishankar, entered a waiting room inside the Bangladeshi parliament where multiple delegations were already gathered.

He added that Jaishankar greeted other officials before deliberately approaching him and initiating a handshake.

“I was speaking with Pakistan’s high commissioner to Bangladesh when he came up to me, greeted me, and introduced himself. As I was about to introduce myself, he said, ‘Excellency, I recognize who you are, there is no need for an introduction,’” Sadiq recalled.