Published: 12:18 AM, 07 June 2026
EU, central bank hold strategic reform talks
Bangladesh Bank (BB) Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman FCMA and European Union (EU) Ambassador Michael Miller held a high-level meeting at the central bank headquarters on Saturday to map out a comprehensive strategy for the country's macroeconomic and financial sector overhaul.
The bilateral dialogue, which also included Deputy Governors Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman and Dr. Kabir Ahmed, focused heavily on stabilizing the economy and accelerating deep-rooted banking sector structural reforms.
According to central bank sources, the substantive exchange covered a broad spectrum of critical development areas.
Top of the agenda were aggressive banking-sector reforms, safeguarding macroeconomic stability, and maximizing revenue mobilization.
The leaders also explored modernizing the financial landscape through digital payments and mobile financial services, alongside boosting capital-market development.
A major highlight of the talks was the emphasis on green finance and sustainable investment. Both parties explored key avenues for deeper cooperation under the EU's global infrastructure plan, the Global Gateway initiative.
Ambassador Miller reiterated the European Union's commitment to standing by Bangladesh during its crucial reform transition. He emphasized that the EU will actively support the central bank's efforts to foster a stronger, more transparent, and highly predictable business climate to attract international investors. Central bank officials noted that the partnership marks a significant step forward in restoring institutional confidence and leveraging international expertise to stabilize Bangladesh's financial landscape.
