The process of identifying those who laundered over 200 crore taka is ongoing
- Update Time : 07:25:19 am, Wednesday, 12 March 2025
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Economic Advisor Salehuddin Ahmed has stated that efforts are underway to recover funds illegally transferred abroad, particularly in sensitive cases involving money sent by prominent individuals. Several countries are involved in the process, and it is believed that repatriating these funds is possible. Many of those who have transferred over 200 crore taka have been identified. In a press briefing following the Government Purchase Advisory Committee meeting on Tuesday, Ahmed mentioned that the money involved is substantial, and legal steps are being taken to retrieve it. The recovery process is complicated, as it involves cooperation with other countries, but he expressed optimism about success. Additionally, the government is considering creating a special law to address the funds siphoned off during the 15-year rule of the Awami League, following the student-led uprising that ousted the government. A new ordinance is expected to be enacted soon. According to a recent white paper on the country’s economy, between 2009 and August 5 of last year, around 234 billion dollars were illegally transferred from Bangladesh, with 17 billion dollars moved through the banking system.
