Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus, chief adviser of the interim government, has appointed Mohammad Sufiur Rahman as his special assistant with the status and privileges of a Minister of State.
A government notification to this effect was issued by the Cabinet Division on Sunday (20 April).
According to the notification, Sufiur Rahman has been entrusted with executive authority within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to assist the chief adviser in his official functions.
While serving in the position, Sufiur Rahman will enjoy the salary, benefits, and protocol associated with the rank of a Minister of State.