4. After the 2001 election, Tareq Rahman took responsibility of Hawa Bhaban and took up politics full time. A new sphere of power was formed and opportunists flocked there. As a result, Tareq and Mamun mixed with each other less frequently. Mamun was absorbed fully in the business. But their friendship remained as strong as ever and Mamun at times would provide Tareq with money for his expenses.
B. Mamun�s statement on Tareq
1. In his statement Mamun said that he did not know of any investment made by Tareq abroad. He said that after the 2001 election, Tareq Rahman remained away from business involvements because of his full-time involvement in politics. However, behind the scenes, he would support Mamun in his business and in securing commissions. In exchange, Mamun would provide Tareq with money for his personal expenses. And a large percentage of the money illegally earned by Mamun, using his links with Tareq, sent to Tareq for his personal and political expenses.
