No formal extradition request from Bangladesh for Bestinet founder Aminul Islam, says home minister (opens original article in a new tab)

Malaysia's home minister said no formal extradition request has been received from Bangladesh for Bestinet founder Aminul Islam, who is wanted for money laundering and extortion charges. The two countries lack an extradition treaty but can proceed under the Extradition Act 1992.

• Home Minister stated no formal extradition request received from Bangladesh for Aminul Islam
• Malaysia and Bangladesh lack extradition treaty but can proceed under Extradition Act 1992
• Bangladeshi authorities investigate Aminul Islam for money laundering and extortion charges
• Interpol letter claims Aminul and Ruhul involved in extortion and torture, which they denied