Staff Correspondent:

Entities classified as “very high risk” are holding liabilities of Tk 1.7 lakh crore against liquid assets of only Tk 2,837.23 crore, said Md Amirul Islam, an additional director general of Bangladesh Bank (BB).

“This imbalance poses serious fiscal risks and requires immediate policy attention,” he added.

He also disclosed that the total liabilities of 101 state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and autonomous bodies now stand at Tk 639,782.58 crore, with 26 percent tied to subsidiary loan agreements.

Contingent liabilities, comprising government guarantees, legal claims, and statutory dues, amount to Tk 18,590.74 crore.

He was speaking on Monday at a workshop in Dhaka where the Finance Division showcased the key features of the SABRE+ system — State-owned Enterprises and Autonomous Bodies Budget, Reporting and Evaluation System — according to a press release.

“SABRE+ is more than just a digital tool; it represents a pivotal shift towards data-driven, transparent, and accountable governance across state-owned enterprises and autonomous bodies,” said Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed.

Highlighting the importance of reliable data and internal controls, Ahmed added, “Good governance requires timely evaluation and strong oversight. SABRE+ gives us the tools to achieve that.”