Dhaka: The World Bank's new Vice President for the South Asia Region, Johannes Zutt, is set to arrive in Dhaka today for a four-day official visit. During his stay, Zutt is scheduled to meet with key figures, including the Honorable Chief Adviser of the Interim Government, the Finance Adviser, the Bangladesh Bank Governor, and other senior government officials and private sector representatives.
According to World Bank, Zutt began his tenure as World Bank Vice President for the South Asia Region on July 1, 2025, and Bangladesh marks his first official visit in this role. His prior experience includes serving as the World Bank's Country Director for Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Nepal from 2013 to 2015. Zutt expressed his anticipation for the visit, citing his positive experiences and the resilience of the Bangladeshi people during his previous tenure.
Zutt emphasized his eagerness to observe the transformative changes achieved in Bangladesh over the past decade. He reiterated the World Bank's commitment to supporting Bangladesh in maintaining a sustainable and inclusive growth trajectory and creating opportunities for the two million youths entering the job market annually.