Bangladesh Bank is poised for another leadership transition, as Mostakur Rahman is set to be appointed the institution’s new Governor. The development was confirmed on Wednesday (25 February) by senior sources within the Ministry of Finance, signalling a fresh chapter for the country’s monetary authority at a time of continued economic recalibration.
Mr Rahman will succeed Dr Ahsan H. Mansur, who assumed office following a significant political transition. After the fall of the Hasina administration, the interim government moved swiftly to stabilise key state institutions, appointing Dr Mansur—an economist of international standing—to steer the central bank through a delicate period marked by inflationary pressures, foreign exchange volatility and structural reforms in the banking sector.
Dr Mansur himself had taken over from Abdur Rouf Talukder, continuing a sequence of high-level changes at the helm of the central bank in recent years. The forthcoming appointment of Mr Rahman therefore represents the third gubernatorial transition within a relatively short span, underscoring the dynamic and, at times, challenging environment in which the country’s financial authorities are operating.
While detailed information about Mr Rahman’s policy priorities has yet to be formally released, officials suggest that continuity in monetary discipline, banking sector oversight, and foreign exchange management will remain central to the agenda. Bangladesh’s economy has faced headwinds from global commodity price fluctuations, external debt servicing pressures, and the need to bolster foreign currency reserves. Against this backdrop, the Governor’s role carries significant responsibility in maintaining macroeconomic stability and safeguarding financial confidence.
The leadership timeline of the central bank in recent years is summarised below:
| Governor | Tenure Commenced | Succeeded |
|---|---|---|
| Abdur Rouf Talukder | Earlier term | — |
| Dr Ahsan H. Mansur | Post-interim government formation | Abdur Rouf Talukder |
| Mostakur Rahman (designate) | February 2026 | Dr Ahsan H. Mansur |
As the custodian of monetary policy and regulator of the banking system, Bangladesh Bank plays a pivotal role in inflation control, interest rate management, and supervision of financial institutions. Market observers will be watching closely to see how Mr Rahman balances growth objectives with the imperative of price stability and financial sector reform.
An official announcement is expected shortly, after which Mr Rahman will formally assume office, marking the beginning of a new phase in the stewardship of the nation’s central banking authority.