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Dhaka, Washington discuss on recovering stolen assets 

Diplomatic Correspondent, dhakadiplomat.com
  13 Oct 2024, 19:32

Bangladesh and the Unites States (US) have discussed strengthening collaboration to counter corruption, tackle money laundering and recover stolen assets. 

The discussion was taken place at a meeting between Bangladesh foreign secretary Md Jashim Uddin and US Acting Coordinator for Global Anti-Corruption Shelby Smith-Wilson in Washington, according to a message received here today.      
       
The talks also covered technical support for reforms, Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) treaty and enhancing experience and expertise sharing across critical sectors. 

Particular attention was given to procurement systems, law enforcement, the judiciary, and media engagement reflecting a shared commitment to transparency and good governance. 

The Foreign Secretary visited New York before his tour to Washington and is scheduled to leave Washington on October 14.

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