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| - Recently, a claim has circulated on Facebook alleging that Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) stated that $3 billion was laundered during the first 100 days of the interim government. This claim has been widely shared, as seen in posts such as here (archive), here (archive), and here (archive).
Fact-Check
Rumor Scanner’s investigation confirms that TIB has made no such claim. The assertion that $3 billion was laundered during the first 100 days of the interim government is baseless and has been falsely attributed to TIB.
TIB recently published a research report titled “‘New Bangladesh’ Observations on the First 100 Days after the Fall of the Authoritarian Regime” on November 18. The report reviewed political, administrative, and institutional reforms, anti-corruption efforts, economic stability, and other key areas in the 100 days following the previous government’s fall. However, it contains no mention of $3 billion being laundered during this period.
In the section discussing anti-corruption efforts, the report criticizes the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) for inefficiencies, political influence, and bureaucratic interference. It also mentions the controversial withdrawal of investigations and the challenges posed by premature reforms. Yet, there is no evidence or mention of the alleged $3 billion figure.
To ensure clarity, Rumor Scanner contacted a TIB official in Dhaka, who confirmed that TIB has not made any statement claiming $3 billion was laundered in 100 days.
Context of Financial Irregularities
TIB has previously addressed money laundering under the Awami League government. TIB Executive Director Dr. Iftekharuzzaman stated during a seminar at the Economic Reporters Forum in Dhaka on November 2 that an estimated $12-15 billion was laundered annually during the Awami League’s tenure (source). However, TIB has not provided any statements or data regarding money laundering figures specific to the interim government’s first 100 days.
Conclusion
The claim that TIB reported $3 billion being laundered during the interim government’s first 100 days is false. No credible evidence supports this assertion, and TIB has categorically denied making any such statement.
Sources:
- TIB – “‘New Bangladesh’ Observations on the First 100 Days after the Fall of the Authoritarian Regime”
- The Daily Star – “$15 Billion Laundered Annually Under Awami League: TIB”
- Statement from a TIB Official in Dhaka
- Rumor Scanner’s Analysis
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