Staff Reporter:
Bangladesh and the Unites States (US) have discussed for strengthening collaboration to counter corrup-tion, tackle money laundering and recover stolen assets.
The discussion was taken place at a meeting between Bangladesh foreign secretary Md Jashim Uddin and US Acting Coordinator for Global Anti-Corruption Shelby Smith-Wilson in Washington, according to a message received here yesterday.
The talks also covered technical support for reforms, Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) treaty and enhanc-ing experience and expertise sharing across critical sectors.
Particular attention was given to procurement systems, law enforcement, the judiciary, and media en-gagement reflecting a shared commitment to transparency and good governance.
The Foreign Secretary visited New York before his tour to Washington and is scheduled to leave Wash-ington on October 14.
