The Bangladesh Bank issued directives to nine banks, including four state-run lenders, to rotate officials managing their foreign exchange booths at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport annually. The banks include Sonali Bank, Agrani Bank, Janata Bank, Probashi Kallyan Bank, City Bank, Jamuna Bank, Pubali Bank, Mutual Trust Bank, and Standard Bank. This move aims to combat capital flight and illegal foreign currency transactions, emphasizing round-the-clock CCTV surveillance at the booths. The instructions were given during a meeting between Bangladesh Bank officials and representatives of the mentioned banks. The central bank stressed the importance of strict monitoring due to concerns raised by media reports about capital flight. Banks were directed to appoint new booth in-charges annually and ensure continuous surveillance. However, transferring officials from the airport is expected to be a lengthy process due to security regulations.
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