Economy can not run on borrowing or printing money: Amir Khasru

BNP Standing Committee Member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury has said Bangladesh’s economy cannot be sustained by borrowing or printing money, stressing that increased domestic and foreign investment is the only long-term solution for growth.

Speaking at the "Foreign Investors' Conference 2025" organised by BRAC EPL Stock Brokerage in Dhaka on Wednesday (August 13), he said, "News of the upcoming elections has sparked fresh interest among local and foreign investors, citing the visit of a large Japanese business delegation as an example."

He emphasised the need to strengthen the capital market to ensure long-term financing, branding local products, and facilitating their entry into global markets. "Loans or printing money are not permanent solutions. A strong capital market is essential for sustainable economic progress," he said.

Khasru also called for greater foreign partnerships, increased government spending on the social sector and infrastructure, and boosting capital inflows to drive economic momentum.

The conference brought together investors, business leaders, capital market experts, and policymakers from several countries. Keynote speaker Dr M Masrur Riaz, Chairman of Policy Exchange Bangladesh, along with BSEC Commissioner Md Saifuddin, Contextual Investment LLC Managing Director Takao Hirose, and Asia Frontier Investments Limited Fund Manager Ruchir Desai, took part in a panel discussion moderated by DBA President Saiful Islam.

BRAC EPL said the event aims to showcase Bangladesh’s economic potential to global investors and attract higher foreign direct investment.