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Yunus takes oath as head of govt

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Published Aug 08, 2024

Muhammad Yunus was sworn three days after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was forced to quit and flee the country amid unrest

Yunus, 84, took oath at a ceremony in Dhaka on Thursday night

"If you have faith in me and trust me, then ensure that there will be no attack anywhere in the country. This is our first responsibility," Yunus said

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