Bank Asia organises AML & CFT awareness programme

Bank Asia PLC recently organised an awareness programme on anti-money laundering (AML) and combating the financing of terrorism (CFT) at Bank Asia Tower in Karwan Bazar, Dhaka.

The objective of the programme was to strengthen institutional knowledge and awareness on AML and CFT.

Md Mofizur Rahman Khan Chowdhury, acting head of the Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU), attended the programme as the chief guest, according to a press release.

Chowdhury facilitated an interactive session focusing on corporate governance, fostering a strong culture of compliance, and the critical roles and responsibilities of the board of directors and senior management.

Romo Rouf Chowdhury, chairman of Bank Asia PLC, and Zakia Rouf Chowdhury, vice-chairman, attended the event.

The programme further underscored Bank Asia PLC's steadfast commitment to robust corporate governance, transparency and ethical banking practices, reinforcing its dedication to delivering the highest standards of service to its customers, the release added.

Rumee A Hossain, chairman of the board executive committee of the bank, MA Baqui Khalily, chairman of the risk management and board audit committee, along with other members of the board of directors and the senior management team, were also present at the programme.