Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury

Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, MP, is the Minister of Finance and Minister of Planning of Bangladesh, having assumed office on 17 February 2026 following the 13th National Election. He is a seasoned politician, businessman, and financial expert with a distinguished career spanning over three decades.

**Finance and Planning Portfolio**

As Finance Minister, Chowdhury oversees Bangladesh's fiscal policy, budget preparation, revenue collection, and economic planning at a critical juncture as the country prepares for LDC graduation in 2029.

**Business and Financial Background**

Before becoming Finance Minister, Chowdhury had an extensive career in finance and business:

- 📊 **Founder and former Chairman of the Chittagong Stock Exchange** — Established one of Bangladesh's two main stock exchanges

- 🏭 **Twice served as President of the Chittagong Chamber of Commerce and Industry** — Deep understanding of private sector needs

- 🌐 **Chairman of the South Asian Federation of Stock Exchanges** — Regional financial leadership

- 🏦 **Chairman of Central Depository Company of Bangladesh** — Financial market infrastructure

- 🛡️ **Chairman of People's Insurance Company** — Insurance sector experience

- 🇰🇷 **Honorary Consul of the Republic of Korea** — International diplomatic experience

**Parliamentary Career**

Chowdhury was first elected as MP from Chittagong-8 in 1991 and has been re-elected in 1996, 2001, and 2026 — a remarkable five-term parliamentary career spanning 35 years. He previously served as Minister of Commerce (2001-2004).

**Education and Background**

Born on 20 February 1950 in Chittagong District, he is the son of the late Alhaj Mahmudunnabi Chowdhury, who was an MP (1954) and Minister of Mass Communication in the United Front government. He graduated from Chittagong College in 1969 and later studied accountancy in London.

**Other Contributions**

- 🎓 **Founder of Chittagong Independent University** — Contributing to higher education

- 🏛️ **Chairman of Mahmudunnabi Chowdhury Foundation** — Provides technical education and training

- 🌍 **Represented Bangladesh at the United Nations General Assembly**

- 📋 **Served on Parliamentary Standing Committees on Commerce (1991-1996) and Finance (1996-2001)**

**Data sources**: NBR (National Board of Revenue) official website, Wikipedia. Updated July 2026.