People paid an estimated Tk 1.46 lakh crore in bribes to get services during the 15 years of Awami League rule, according to findings of Transparency International Bangladesh.

Crony capitalism is deeply ingrained and has gotten in the way of a truly dynamic and inclusive economy in Bangladesh.

The Biden administration identified bribery, corruption, customs, anti-competitive procurement system and violation of intellectual property rights as major trade and investment barriers in Bangladesh.