Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain on Saturday said vast sums of money were laundered out of Bangladesh over the past 15 years, much of it through what he described as “banks being looted in broad daylight.”He added that a significant portion was also siphoned off through accounting manipulation. Addressing a gathering of leading accountants, he said, “Many of the country’s top accountants are present here today. The foreign adviser noted that the world is experiencing rapid technological advancement, with artificial intelligence and digital innovation transforming professions globally, including his own. At the same time, the global community is placing increasing emphasis on sustainability, transparency, and ethical practices in business and governance. “For Bangladesh, the proposed integration of technology and sustainable capacity is particularly significant,” he said.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 17, 2026 10:31 UTC