Home Minister reiterates Bangladesh’s ‘zero tolerance’ stance on crime at Global Fraud Summit

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has reaffirmed the Bangladesh government’s strict ‘zero tolerance’ stance against terrorism, drugs, human trafficking and corruption while addressing a special session of the Global Fraud Summit 2026 in Vienna.

Speaking as a panelist at a high-level discussion titled “National Commitments/Pledges on Combating Fraud” at the Vienna International Centre, he underscored Bangladesh’s firm commitment to strengthening national security and tackling financial crimes, according to a Home Ministry press release received today.

In his remarks, the minister outlined several key initiatives undertaken to curb money laundering and financial fraud. He identified the banking sector, non-banking financial institutions, real estate, and jewellery businesses as high-risk areas, noting that strict monitoring mechanisms are being enforced to ensure transparency and accountability.

Highlighting the country’s robust legal framework, he said the government is committed to the effective implementation of the Money Laundering Prevention Act 2012 and the Mutual Legal Assistance Act 2012 to bring offenders to justice. He also stressed the importance of international legal cooperation in dismantling transnational criminal networks.

Addressing the rising threat of technology-driven crimes, he noted that Bangladesh is strengthening the capacity of its law enforcement agencies to deal with emerging risks, including those involving artificial intelligence (AI).

“There is no place for criminals in the new Bangladesh,” the minister said, adding that the country remains committed to combating crime both at home and globally in line with international conventions and protocols.

High-level representatives from various countries attending the session commended Bangladesh’s proactive measures and its technology-driven approach to preventing fraud and financial crimes.