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Bangladesh’s anti-graft body gains momentum, but political independence remains key

July 5, 2025

In the past year, Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has taken an unprecedented step forward, launching 768 investigations and filing 399 cases involving more than 1,000 influential figures. These include former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, members of her family, cabinet officials, lawmakers and high-ranking business leaders. The charges range from embezzlement and abuse of power to […]