America has imposed sanctions on the former army commander in Bangladesh. The decision comes as a response to alleged human rights violations committed during his tenure. The sanctions serve as a means to hold accountable those responsible for such actions. Why did America impose sanctions on the former army commander in Bangladesh, Aziz Ahmed, who is close to Prime Minister Hasina?
The US State Department on Monday announced the addition of former Bangladesh Army Chief of Staff General Aziz Ahmed to its sanctions list for his involvement in major corruption, State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said on Monday. Ahmed is an ally of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina
America announced the imposition of sanctions on former Bangladeshi army commander Aziz Ahmed. This ban was imposed due to Aziz’s alleged involvement in corruption. America said that Aziz Ahmed’s actions led to a decline in public confidence in the democratic and public institutions of Bangladesh.
Washington/Dhaka: The United States has imposed sanctions on former Bangladeshi army chief Aziz Ahmed over his alleged involvement in corruption, saying his actions undermined people’s confidence in Bangladesh’s democratic institutions and government processes. “Today, the US State Department publicly announced the imposition of sanctions on former Bangladeshi army chief Aziz Ahmed due to his involvement in widespread corruption,” US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said on Monday.
“His (Ahmed’s) actions undermined public confidence in Bangladesh’s democratic and public institutions and processes,” Miller said, adding that Aziz Ahmed followed his brother in avoiding accountability for criminal activities in Bangladesh and, in order to obtain assistance, committed major corruption crimes and interference with public processes. Miller said Aziz also worked with his brother to ensure military contracts were improperly awarded, and that they could take bribes in exchange for government appointments for their own personal gain.
He added, “This punishment reaffirms the United States’ commitment to strengthening democratic institutions and the rule of law in Bangladesh.” The United States supports anti-corruption efforts in Bangladesh by helping to make government services more transparent and affordable, improving the business and regulatory environment, and building capacity to investigate and prosecute money laundering and other financial crimes.
In response to the American announcement, Ahmed told local media that the accusations against him were “incorrect,” adding that although he was personally punished, this step was dealt a strong blow due to his holding an important position. During his term. The former army commander described the sanctions imposed on him as “unfortunate.” He added: “There is no truth to the allegations against me.”
