The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka, in collaboration with Bangladeshi law enforcement agencies, launched a comprehensive Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Threat Finance (AML/CTF) training program at the Police Staff College.

This initiative, led by the U.S. Secret Service and funded by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Counterterrorism, aims to enhance Bangladeshi officials’ investigative and technical capabilities in combating financial and cyber crimes.

The inauguration ceremony included 60 law enforcement officials from 11 Bangladeshi agencies. It marked the commencement of a year-long training initiative that integrates formal seminars, online training, and practical investigative exercises.

“The United States and Bangladesh face common challenges from transnational criminal networks that operate across borders,” stated Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Megan Bouldin. “Through our joint efforts, we can disrupt these networks and foster a safer, more secure environment for our citizens.”

In her remarks, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Bouldin underscored the significance of bilateral cooperation in addressing these multifaceted threats, which encompass financial crimes, human trafficking, and terrorism.

The year-long training will cover critical techniques for financial investigations, including open-source intelligence and cryptocurrency tracing. It will equip Bangladeshi law enforcement officials with international standards for evidence gathering and case presentation.