The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) has asked banks to freeze accounts of Sheikh Salahuddin Jewel, a former member of parliament of Khulna-2 constituency, and other family members.
The anti-money laundering agency sent the directive to all banks and financial institutions in the country, reports BSS.
As per the letter, bank accounts of their related private entities will also come under the directive.
The accounts will be frozen for 30 days, with the possibility of an extension if needed.
