Team

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Ali Muhammad Khan
Head, IsDB Group Regional Hub Dhaka

Ali Muhammad Khan is a seasoned development finance professional with over 18 years of experience in strategic planning, operational management, and corporate performance oversight at the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). He is currently serving as Head of the IsDB Group Reginal Hub Dhaka. Prior to this he headed the IsDB Group Regional Hub of Almaty, where he oversaw the Bank’s operations in five Central Asian countries managing a diverse portfolio of projects worth over $5 billion across multiple sectors. His expertise spans policy formulation, country strategy development, and high-level engagement with governments and development partners.

Previously, Mr. Khan served as Senior Technical Specialist in the Office of the Vice President for Country Programs at IsDB, where he provided strategic advisory support on complex policy, operational, and portfolio management matters. He played a pivotal role in shaping the Bank’s country engagement framework, streamlining operational policies, and leading cross-sector initiatives in agriculture, food security, and public-private partnerships. With a strong background in economic strategy, governance, and international development, he has been instrumental in managing high-impact regional programs, including a $10.5 billion Food Security Response Program. His academic credentials include a Master’s in Economics and International Financial Economics from the University of Warwick, alongside executive training from institutions such as Wharton, INSEAD, and UNITAR.