The banks facing financial strain are Exim Bank, First Security Islami Bank, Global Islami Bank, Union Bank, and Social Islami Bank. To support operational costs, Bangladesh Bank provided Tk 3.5 billion in liquidity to these banks on Thursday. Mohammad Shahriar Siddiqui, assistant spokesperson of Bangladesh Bank, said on Thursday that as an emergency measure, proportional cuts in pay and benefits are being considered. Bangladesh Bank has issued a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the state-owned Shariah-based bank. Sammlito Islami Bank will have a total capital of Tk 350 billion, with the government contributing Tk 200 billion.

Source: bd News24 November 27, 2025 14:14 UTC