A delegation from the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB), led by its President Md. Kausar Alam FCMA, paid a courtesy call on the Honorable Governor of Bangladesh Bank, Md. Mostaqur Rahman FCMA, at the central bank’s headquarters in Dhaka on March 8, 2026, a press release said.
The meeting reflected the shared commitment of both institutions to strengthening Bangladesh’s financial and regulatory framework. During the discussion, the delegation exchanged views with the Governor on a range of issues concerning the financial sector, including corporate governance, financial reporting standards, regulatory compliance, and emerging risk management practices.
“ICMAB remains committed to enhancing the professional capacity of Cost and Management Accountants and promoting global best practices in cost management, financial governance, and corporate transparency across both the public and private sectors in Bangladesh,” said ICMAB President Md. Kausar Alam FCMA, speaking at the meeting. “In today’s increasingly complex economic environment, professional accountants play a critical role in supporting sound financial management and strengthening institutional accountability.”
In the meeting, both sides highlighted the vital role of professional accountants in strengthening financial discipline, transparency, and evidence-based decision-making. The Governor appreciated CMAs’ contributions to the economy and ICMAB’s role in developing skilled professionals, expressing interest in deeper collaboration with ICMAB on financial reporting, regulatory compliance, risk management, and professional capacity development.
The delegation also included Monjur Md. Shaiful Azam FCMA, Secretary, ICMAB; Dr. Md. Musfiqur Rahman FCMA, Treasurer, ICMAB; Arif Khan FCMA, Past President; A. K. M. Kamruzzaman FCMA and Dr. Syed Abdullah Al Mamun FCMA, Council Members; and Md. Mahbub-Ul-Alam FCMA, Executive Director of ICMAB. Mannan Bapari FCMA, Chairman of the Dhaka Branch Council (DBC), along with other DBC councilors and several senior bank executives from the CMA community, were also present.
