BSS
  12 Mar 2026, 17:13

IMF reaffirms commitment to new govt in meeting with BB chief 

DHAKA, March 12, 2026 (BSS) - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) today 
reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to Bangladesh, with Resident 
Representative Maxym Kryshko pledging full cooperation during a meeting with 
Governor of Bangladesh Bank (BB) Md Mostaqur Rahman.

The courtesy call took place at the BB, where discussions were held in a 
professional and collaborative atmosphere, said a press release. 

Deputy Governor of Bangladesh Bank Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman was also present 
during the high-level meeting.

During the session, the IMF representative extended his congratulations to 
the Governor and formally expressed the organisation's promise to maintain a 
supportive and productive relationship with the nation's central bank.

Kryshko also detailed the IMF's positive outlook regarding the country's 
governance, stating that the organisation is eagerly looking forward to 
working with the newly-formed political government. 

This formal statement of intent follows the establishment of the 
administration through the recently held free and fair national elections, 
signaling a robust start to the IMF's engagement with the current leadership.

The meeting marks a significant step in strengthening the positive trajectory 
of the partnership between the IMF and Bangladesh Bank as they work toward 
shared economic objectives.