DHAKA, March 25, 2026 (BSS) — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has pledged its continued support for Bangladesh’s economic stability and reform agenda following a high-level mission to Dhaka led by Krishna Srinivasan, Director of the Asia Pacific Department.  

The two-day visit concluded with a clear consensus on the necessity of ambitious policies to anchor macro-financial stability and drive inclusive, job-rich growth across the nation, said a press release here today.
 
The IMF delegation held productive discussions on March 24–25, 2026, engaging with the government's top leadership to address pressing economic and financial challenges.
 
During the visit, they met with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, Bangladesh Bank Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman, and other stakeholders.

The meetings focused on identifying the most effective strategies to navigate current global and domestic financial headwinds while maintaining a collaborative framework for future stability.

Reaffirming the IMF's role as a dedicated partner in the nation’s development, Krishna Srinivasan emphasized the IMF's readiness to provide ongoing assistance to ensure economic benefits reach the broader population.

“The IMF remains a steadfast partner in supporting Bangladesh and its people and stands ready to assist the country in the pursuit of sustained stabilization and growth that benefits all Bangladeshis,” he added.

The dialogue initiated during this visit is scheduled to continue in the coming weeks. Both parties will engage in further discussions during the upcoming IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings in April. These talks will aim to identify the best path forward to engage on the Fund-supported program.