Bangladesh emerged as an independent and sovereign country in 1971 following a nine month war of liberation. It is one of the largest deltas of the world with a total area of 147,570 sq. km. With a unique communal harmony, Bangladesh has a population of about 152.51 million, making it one of the densely populated countries of the world. The majority (over 88%) of the people are Muslim. Over 98% of the people speak in Bangla. English, however, is widely spoken. The country is covered with a network of rivers and canals forming a maze of interconnecting channels. Being an active partner, Bangladesh plays vital role in the international and regional forum, particularly in the UN, Commonwealth and South Asian Association of Regional Cooperation (SAARC).
Population: 162 million
Area: 143,998 sq km (55,598 sq miles)
Major language: Bengali
Major religion: Islam, Hinduism
Life expectancy: 69 years (men), 70 years (women)
Currency: taka
President's Name: Hon’ble President Abdul Hamid
Abdul Hamid, formerly the Speaker of parliament, was elected unopposed to the ceremonial post in 2013.
Prime Minister's Name: Hon'ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina
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