President Md. Sahabuddin’s Dubai and Malaysia Connections Spark Controversy Over Foreign Assets and Dual Citizenship

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    There has been widespread curiosity about President Md. Sahabuddin’s connections with Dubai. Reports about his second home in Malaysia, business partnerships in Dubai, and residency in the United Arab Emirates have caused the interim government to take notice. Discussions regarding this matter are circulating on social media. An investigation by Manabzamin revealed that in March this year, President Md. Sahabuddin traveled to Dubai, where he stayed for two nights with his family. During his visit, he toured the Burj Khalifa, and a river cruise and gala dinner were held in his honor, where his son Arshad Adnan Roni was also present.

    According to diplomatic sources, multiple government agencies have started a detailed investigation after preliminary evidence of the President’s foreign assets emerged. Interim Government Foreign Affairs Advisor Md. Tawhid Hossain said that other government agencies are handling the matter, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs may be involved at the final stage.

    Sources have also confirmed that the President’s only son, Arshad Adnan, has a business in Dubai, through which the President’s investments and residency were arranged. In March, while en route to London for medical reasons, the President stayed in Dubai for three days. Although this visit was not covered by domestic or international media, the state news agency reported the President’s departure and his arrival in London. Diplomatic sources confirmed that the President and his family stayed at a luxury hotel in Palm Jumeirah and were given VIP protocol.

    Meanwhile, regarding the second home in Malaysia, Bangladesh’s High Commissioner Shamim Ahsan claimed that they had no information. Usually, sensitive matters like these are handled discreetly by trusted individuals, avoiding contact with embassies.

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    Recently, social media discussions about the President’s foreign assets were sparked by a Facebook post from UK-based journalist Zulkar Nain Sayar. He raised questions about the President’s second home in Malaysia and investments in Dubai. Sayar presented documents as evidence in his post. Though these investments were reportedly made before the President assumed office, concerns have been raised about whether proper authorization was obtained and if these investments are legal.

    The controversy surrounding dual citizenship and the office of the President of Bangladesh has sparked significant constitutional and ethical concerns. According to the Bangladesh Constitution, a person with dual citizenship cannot serve as President, and even Members of Parliament must renounce dual citizenship. The President is expected to show unwavering loyalty to Bangladesh. Therefore, if someone holds dual citizenship while serving as President, it constitutes a direct violation of the Constitution, raising serious concerns.

    The lack of transparency and accountability in this matter further heightens the issue. A person with dual citizenship who may have financial or legal obligations to another country cannot be expected to prioritize Bangladesh’s interests fully. This could lead to potential conflicts of interest, especially in critical areas such as national security, foreign policy, and public trust.

    What is even more surprising is the lack of action in such a situation. As the President, he is fully aware of the constitutional restrictions. He should have voluntarily resigned or at least clarified the situation publicly. Failing to take action shows a disregard for the Constitution and raises questions about the effectiveness of Bangladesh’s political and legal processes. Allowing such an issue to persist undermines the dignity of the presidency and erodes public confidence in democratic institutions.

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    Interim Foreign Affairs Advisor Md. Tawhid Hossain declined to comment directly on the issue, calling it highly sensitive and saying that the appropriate authorities would handle it.

    The reports of President Md. Sahabuddin’s second home in Malaysia and investments in Dubai have raised many questions and controversies. If he has invested 150,000 ringgit in a second home in Malaysia and funneled money into businesses in Dubai without permission from Bangladesh Bank, how can this be legal? Moving such a large sum of money abroad without permission is clearly a violation of the law.

    The issue becomes even more serious if he has accepted a passport from a third country in exchange for financial loyalty. According to the Bangladesh Constitution, no one with dual citizenship can be President. If he has indeed accepted another country’s passport, how can he remain President of Bangladesh legally?

    These questions were raised in a discussion with journalists, but Foreign Affairs Advisor Md. Tawhid Hossain did not provide a clear answer. He labeled the matter as ‘sensitive’ and reiterated that the appropriate authorities were looking into it. The real question is, why is there a lack of transparency in such a significant issue?

    The fact that the President’s investments and residency have surfaced due to his son’s business connections in Dubai only adds to the controversy. Failing to clarify these matters at the state level not only damages the nation’s image but also raises serious concerns about the rule of law and ethics.

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