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flag Islami Bank Bangladesh faces an Tk85,888 crore shortfall despite profits, with central bank delays and reforms proposed to fix systemic issues.

flag Islami Bank Bangladesh faces an Tk85,888 crore provision shortfall as of September 2025, despite recent profits, with recovery efforts hindered by stalled asset sales and major defaults. flag Bangladesh Bank has granted a 20-year deferral and approved a recovery plan, but experts warn of long-term instability without major intervention. flag Simultaneously, the central bank has proposed 45 sweeping reforms to the Bank Company Act, aiming to unify oversight of state and private banks by eliminating special exemptions, tightening governance rules, banning political involvement, limiting family influence, and scrapping the disputed "wilful defaulter" label. flag The draft includes new experience requirements, shorter director terms, and enhanced independence on boards, with consultations pending before cabinet review.

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