The International Monetary Fund published an end-of-visit statement by Krishna Srinivasan, Director for the Asia Pacific Department, following an IMF staff visit to Dhaka on March 24-25, 2026. The statement reports discussions with senior policymakers and agreement on the need for ambitious policies and structural reforms to anchor macro-financial stability and support strong, inclusive and job-rich growth. The IMF indicated it stands ready to assist Bangladesh and will continue its dialogue with the authorities during the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings in April to identify the best path forward for engagement on a Fund-supported program. The IMF noted the statement reflects staff views and that the mission will not result in an Executive Board discussion.
International Monetary Fund urges Bangladesh to pursue ambitious reforms and continues talks on a Fund-supported program
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) released an end-of-visit statement by Krishna Srinivasan, Director for the Asia Pacific Department, after a staff visit to Dhaka. The statement highlights discussions with senior policymakers on the need for ambitious policies and structural reforms to ensure macro-financial stability and inclusive growth. The IMF expressed readiness to assist Bangladesh and will continue dialogue during the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings.