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further in that area. Of course, we can’t talk about specific cases. They all need to follow due legal process and make sure that they are evidence-based. But it is a high priority for us,” she said.

Diplomatic Correspondents Association, Bangladesh (DCAB) hosted the event at the Jatiya Press Club.

Cooke said the UK is committed to supporting Bangladesh’s efforts to strengthen economic governance and tackle illicit finance.

The envoy said this is something that they have worked very closely with the government over the last 18 months to two years.

“I think that [steps taken so far] gives you a very strong demonstration of the commitments to working with the government on this area,” she said.

The UK will also host the Illicit Finance Summit in London, scheduled for June 23-24, to strengthen international cooperation, share expertise and advance collective action against illicit finance, the high commissioner said.

She said the UK hoped to welcome Bangladesh Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury to London for this gathering.

DCAB President AKM Moinuddin and General Secretary Emrul Kayesh also spoke at the event, where the High Commissioner described the relationship between Bangladesh and the UK as “modern and strategic.”