Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB)

TIB raises concerns over independence of proposed rights bills

Investigation authority effectively remains in the 'hands of the accused', says Iftekharuzzaman
3 September 2026

Link new pay scale to annual asset disclosure, TIB to govt

Says higher salaries without stronger accountability could fuel corruption, inflation and further pressure on low-income earners
1 September 2026

‘Has the govt learned nothing from the past?’

Transparency International Bangladesh expressed deep concern over the cabinet’s in-principle approval of two rights-related draft laws, questioning whether the government and ruling party had learned any lessons from the enforced disappearances, killings and other “brutal and multifaceted” human rights violations committed under the ousted authoritarian regime.
13 August 2026

One-day consultation on draft enforced disappearance law a ‘mockery’: TIB

Urges govt to allow at least two weeks and ensure meaningful participation by victims and other stakeholders
29 July 2026

Bills passed without meaningful scrutiny or debate: TIB

Watchdog raises concern over legislative process, standing committee appointments
21 July 2026

‘Can new BB chief act independently?’

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has expressed concern about whether newly appointed Bangladesh Bank Governor Mostaqur Rahman can discharge his duties independently and be free from conflicts of interest.
27 February 2026

Can the new Bangladesh Bank governor act independently? TIB voices concerns

Questions ability to control inflation and ensure banking discipline amid business and political ties
26 February 2026

TIB calls for white paper on interim govt’s ‘three zeros’ performance

Graft watchdog says govt’s actions contradict Prof Yunus’s global advocacy
26 January 2026

TIB calls for revisions to draft Police Commission Ordinance 2025

Draft law could place proposed Independent Police Commission under govt control, it says
5 November 2025

TIB questions govt decision to keep accused army officers in Dhaka Cantonment

Anti-graft body calls it 'discriminatory', 'against constitutional principles'
14 October 2025

Election Commission must create a level playing field for all

A recent report by the Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has presented an unflattering portrayal of ongoing political and administrative practices.
8 August 2025

What's stopping the revival of rights and information commissions?

These oversight institutions must not be left in limbo any longer
25 July 2025

Governments come and go, but bribery stays on

Latest BBS survey reveals enduring corruption in public services
21 June 2025

Ensure fair contest for government contracts

We must break monopolistic stranglehold on public procurement
27 February 2025

Bangladesh is still stuck in the vicious cycle of corruption

The latest global corruption index again paints a troubling picture
12 February 2025

Oppressive mechanism still there in draft law: TIB

Transparency International Bangladesh yesterday said the recently-approved draft of the Cyber Protection Ordinance-2024 may threaten citizens’ freedom of expression and dissent, and the right to organise as well as media freedom.
31 December 2024

Awami League’s legacy of corruption should serve as a cautionary tale

TIB reveals how citizens were held hostage to bribery for everyday services
5 December 2024

Abolish CHT ministry, replace with diversity commission: Iftekharuzzaman

CHT ministry was merely pursuing infrastructure projects that eroded the hereditary indigenous culture
24 November 2024

Government must do more to ensure press freedom

Robust protections for journalists and media houses essential
7 November 2024

Benazir's corruption and the crisis of accountability

Benazir's case shows that top police and Rab officials can abuse power for personal gains without any accountability.
16 June 2024