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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Hannah Ellis-Petersen and Peter Walker

Starmer backs minister accused of embezzling billions in Bangladesh

Tulip Siddiq
Tulip Siddiq’s government role involves tackling financial corruption. Photograph: Linda Nylind/The Guardian

Keir Starmer has given his full support to Tulip Siddiq, the Treasury minister, after Bangladesh’s anti-corruption commission accused her and family members of embezzling billions as part of a deal for a nuclear power plant.

Siddiq’s role as economic secretary to the Treasury includes responsibility for tackling financial corruption. She has denied any involvement in the claims.

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