Prime Minister’s Economic and Planning Adviser Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir stated that digitalization is essential to eradicate corruption in Bangladesh. Speaking at the launch of United Commercial Bank’s digital app ‘UCB One’ in Dhaka on Sunday, he said the government is advancing toward a “One Citizen, One Card” and “One Digital Wallet” system. He expressed hope that by next year, every citizen will have a bank account, bringing the entire population under the banking system.
Titumir highlighted structural weaknesses, policy gaps, and patronage culture as major causes of fragility in the banking sector. He noted that although the interim government reduced non-performing loans from 35% to 30% through rescheduling, the actual figure may be higher pending forensic audits. He warned that many banks are lending up to 100% of deposits, exceeding international standards, and that short-term deposits are being used for long-term loans, creating systemic risks.
He emphasized three reform priorities: reducing excessive charges to attract customers, introducing innovative incentives for deposits, and overhauling risk management. He added that concentrated lending has increased poverty and unemployment, urging coordinated government–private sector efforts to restore sustainable growth.
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