The Embassy believes that Tarique is responsible for severe political corruption that has negatively impacted US national interests, specifically in terms of democratic institutions and foreign assistance goals. However, they do not want to impose a ban on Tarique's wife, daughter, or mother, who is a former Prime Minister of Bangladesh. The cable provided background information to support their recommendation, highlighting Bangladesh's history of systemic corruption and the current government's efforts to combat it. Doubts about the Government's ability to hold corrupt leaders accountable are widespread. Concerns about corruption are still prominent, leading to a lack of trust that hinders private sector investment and undermines public confidence in a democratic future. A cable referred to Tarique Rahman as the feared son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, detailing his release on bail and departure to the UK for medical treatment. The cable condemned Tarique for his involvement in bribery and corruption, labeling him as a symbol of corrupt government and violent politics in Bangladesh. Despite facing multiple charges including corruption, extortion, bribery, embezzlement, and tax evasion, he was still released. Having strong political connections that extend to the highest court in the country, Tarique was able to influence the legal system and thwart the efforts of the Caretaker Government to prevent his release on bail. It is believed that Tarique possesses multiple passports, one of which was granted a visa by the UK in September. Another passport holds a five-year multiple-entry B1/B2 visa issued in May 2005, which is suspected to be in the possession of the government. Reports suggest that Tarique has amassed a significant amount of illicit wealth amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars. He is facing multiple extortion charges based on the testimony of several well-known business owners whom he exploited. For example, in one instance, it is alleged that Tarique threatened to shut down Al Amin Construction unless he was paid $150,000. Other business leaders, such as Mohammad Aftab Uddin Khan of Reza Construction, Ltd, Mir Zahir Hossain of Mir Akhter Hossain Ltd., and Harun Ferdousi, have also accused him of engaging in a pattern of extortion involving millions of dollars. In addition to extortion charges, he is also facing accusations of hiding illegal wealth and tax evasion. Tarique's corrupt activities extended beyond extorting local companies. The ACC has discovered evidence of bribery in various cases involving both foreign and local companies and individuals. For example, a witness revealed that Siemens paid Tarique and his brother Koko a two percent bribe on all deals in Bangladesh, while the Harbin Company reportedly paid Tarique 750,000 USD to open a plant. Monem Construction also allegedly paid Tarique 450,000 USD to secure contracts. The DOJ Asset Forfeiture and FBI are currently investigating the Siemens case, while ACC sources are looking into the Harbin Company and Monem Construction cases. The ACC has evidence linking Tarique to accepting a 210 million taka bribe in the Kabir Murder Case, in which he promised to clear Sanvir Sobhan of charges related to the killing of Humayun Kabir, a director of the Bashundura Group. In addition to bribery and extortion, the ACC's investigation revealed that Tarique was also involved in an elaborate embezzlement scheme. With the assistance of multiple accomplices, Tarique managed to steal 20 million taka (300,000 USD) from the Zia Orphanage Trust fund. An ACC source revealed that Tarique, a co-signer on the trust fund account, utilized the funds for a land purchase in his hometown and also issued signed checks from the orphanage fund accounts to BNP party members during their 2006 election campaigns. Tarique's unethical actions have negatively impacted US interests outlined in the Proclamation, as they have undermined public trust in the government and destabilized democratic institutions. Tarique's defiance of the rule of law poses a significant threat to US financial assistance objectives aimed at reforming legal systems, enhancing good governance, and preventing judicial misconduct. His involvement in bribery, embezzlement, and corrupt practices has negatively impacted US businesses, leading to missed opportunities. Additionally, his misappropriation of public funds has destabilized political conditions in Bangladesh, hindering efforts to establish a stable democratic government in the region. Tarique's corruption has also jeopardized the achievement of specific goals outlined by the US Embassy in Dhaka, including democratization, development, and counterterrorism efforts. Tarique's extremely corrupt behavior puts all three at risk. His involvement in embezzlement, extortion, and interference in the legal system undermines the rule of law and poses a threat to the US objective of a stable, democratic Bangladesh. The corrupt environment he created has hindered US efforts to promote economic development by deterring foreign investment and complicating the operations of American companies. Additionally, his blatant disregard for the law has created an environment for terrorists to thrive, worsened poverty, and weakened democratic institutions in Bangladesh. In essence, many of Bangladesh's issues can be attributed to Tarique and his associates. The cable concludes by stating that applying a 212(f) finding to Tarique Rahman aligns with the US's firm stance against corruption in Bangladesh. The Embassy suggests that Tarique Rahman should be considered subject to Presidential Proclamation 7750 for his involvement in public official corruption as outlined in Section 1, Paragraph (c) of the Proclamation. Six years later, significant changes have occurred.