Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- A wave of newcomers has taken charge as the new government begins under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.

Of the 49 lawmakers sworn in as ministers and state ministers, 40 are serving in the cabinet for the first time.

The remaining nine have prior experience in different parliaments.

The new cabinet, sworn in Tuesday afternoon at the South Plaza of parliament, comprises 25 full ministers and 24 state ministers.

Of the 25 ministers, 16 are first‑time entrants.

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