Dhaka, May 13 -- In a bid to ensure transparency, accountability, and to prevent potential conflicts of interest, Bangladesh Bank (BB) has prohibited its officials and employees from participating in training programmes, seminars, and workshops funded by banks and other financial institutions.

The central bank issued an office order on Wednesday, detailing strict guidelines regarding local and international events sponsored by the very entities it is tasked with regulating.

The circular, issued by the Human Resources Department-2 (Training and Development Wing), outlines the following mandates.

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No Funded Participation

BB officials and employees are barred from...