Reza Baqir

Reza Baqir a graduate of Harvard University in economics also holds a Phd Degree in economics from University of California. having more than twenty year of experience, eighteen year servings in the International Mandatory Funds (IMF) and two years with the world bank.

During his tenure in IMF Reza Baqir has been appointed to many countries and multiple position he had also worked as the Head of the IMF office in Egypt and also as the senior resident representative since august 2017.

Being a strong economist holding an reputable profile he was recently appointed as the governor of the State Bank of Pakistan by the President Arif Alvi. Although his appointment was questioned by the opposition political parties of country.

Dr Murtaza Syed made acting SBP Governor as Reza Baqir retires

KARACHI: Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Dr Reza Baqir on Wednesday completed his term… Read More

Over 60pc bank loans given to textile sector, businesses: SBP Governor

KARACHI: Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Reza Baqir said that the central bank has… Read More

KCCI lambasts Reza Baqir for his statement on rupee devaluation

KARACHI: Statement by the state bank governor is deeply concerning, said Karachi Chamber of Commerce… Read More

Inflation in Pakistan due to rise in exchange rates: SBP governor

MANCHESTER: Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Reza Baqir on Thursday has said that Inflation… Read More

Talks with IMF moving in positive direction: SBP governor

LONDON: Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Reza Baqir has said that Pakistan's negotiations with… Read More

Can’t withdraw emerging market stimulus, Reza Baqir says on policy rate

"It is more dangerous to withdraw stimulus too soon than too late," he said of… Read More

Governor SBP calls on PM Imran Khan

The meeting discussed the Roshan Digital Accounts scheme. Read More

Monetary policy remains unchanged at 7pc

Monetary policy committee says economic activity indicators of consumer and business sentiment showed continued improvement Read More

SBP Governor Reza Baqir calls on PM Imran Khan

During the meeting, SBP Governor Reza Baqir briefed the premier on the overall economic situation… Read More

Timely economic measures from govt, SBP ensured market stability: Reza Baqir

SBP Governor Reza Baqir briefed the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry members regarding… Read More

Governor SBP inaugurates Polyculture Forest, Museum Laboratory

The PSPC Polyculture Forest project envisages 5,000 square meters of “urban forest”. Read More

Governor SBP launches digitization of FX regulatory approvals

The initiative is to provide a fully digitalized platform to the business community. Read More

Financial indicators hopeful, inflation will come down in few months: Reza Baqir

Governor State Bank Reza Baqir on Monday said that Pakistan's economy was headed in the… Read More

Inflation, interest rate to witness decline in coming months: Reza Baqir

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Reza Baqir on Thursday said that the country would… Read More

Monetary policy: SBP maintains interest rate; extended loans for exporters

The State Bank of Pakistan has maintained the interest rate at 13.25 per cent after… Read More

‘IMF’s official’ Murtaza Syed appointed as deputy governor SBP

Murtaza Syed is currently the second such appointment at the top hierarchy of the SBP… Read More

Reza Baqir emphasises optimum performance to uplift economy

Governor State Bank of Pakistan, Reza Baqir in a statement on Friday emphasised on the… Read More

SBP governor says more time required to reduce interest rate

Reza Baqir added that the current interest rate is standing at 13.25 per cent which… Read More

Governor SBP says country’s economy improving with every passing day

'The decision to change exchange rate policy paying fruits' Read More

Governor SBP, Reza Baqir hails economic stabalisation of country

Governor State Bank of Pakistan, Reza Baqir in a statement on Tuesday hailed the recent… Read More