A high-level delegation from the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB), led by its President, Md. Kausar Alam FCMA, paid a courtesy visit to Md. Abdur Rahman Khan FCMA, Chairman of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) and Secretary, Internal Resources Division (IRD), at his office, a press release said.
The meeting provided a platform for meaningful dialogue on enhancing the accounting profession, strengthening taxation policies, and fostering institutional collaboration between ICMAB and NBR. The ICMAB delegation emphasized the pivotal role of Cost and Management Accountants (CMAs) in supporting tax compliance, promoting financial transparency, and enabling evidence-based fiscal decision-making. The delegation also expressed eagerness to contribute to ongoing and future revenue administration reform initiatives.
Commenting on the engagement, Md. Kausar Alam, FCMA, President of ICMAB, said, “Professional accountants have a crucial role in building a transparent and efficient financial system. Through active collaboration with the NBR, CMAs are committed to supporting policy development, enhancing compliance, and contributing to the country’s sustainable economic growth.”
The NBR Chairman appreciated the contributions of professional accountants to the nation’s financial and tax ecosystem and highlighted the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation between regulatory authorities and professional bodies.
The ICMAB delegation included Vice Presidents Abdul Matin Patwary FCMA and S. M. Zahir Uddin Haider FCMA; Secretary Monjur Md. Shaiful Azam FCMA; Treasurer Professor Dr. Md. Musfiqur Rahman FCMA; Council Member and Past President Arif Khan FCMA; and Executive Director Md. Mahbub-Ul-Alam FCMA.
The meeting concluded positively, with both parties reaffirming their commitment to fostering closer collaboration to support professional excellence, strengthen tax governance, and contribute to Bangladesh’s sustainable economic development.
