Bangladesh’s Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury announced a major initiative to recover funds illicitly transferred out of the country during the presentation of the proposed national budget for fiscal year 2026-27. The proposed budget, presented to the National Parliament on June 11th, totals 9.38 trillion BDT, making it one of the largest in the nation’s history. Revenue collection targets are set at 6.95 trillion BDT for the upcoming fiscal year. The Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to bringing back illegally stashed assets. Details of the specific mechanisms for recovering these funds were not immediately disclosed. This initiative signals a stronger stance against financial crimes and aims to bolster the nation’s economic resources. The budget reflects the government’s priorities for economic growth and development.