Zaima Rahman, daughter of BNP leader Tarique Rahman, has entered Bangladesh's political scene following her family's return from 17 years in exile. A UK-trained barrister, her public emergence is seen by some as an effort by the BNP to appeal to younger voters and rebuild its image, particularly given past corruption allegations linked to her father. Rahman has expressed a connection to her roots and her grandmother, former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia. Her visibility has increased recently, accompanying her father to events and representing him internationally.