*KARACHI: Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Dr Reza Baqir on Wednesdaycompleted his term with Deputy Governor Dr Murtaza Syed taking charge ofhis position until a permanent appointment takes place. *
The details were shared by Finance Minister Miftah Ismail from his Twitterhandle, who said that as the termlink of Governor SBPDr Reza Baqir has come to an end, as per law the senior most DeputyGovernor takes over until the fresh appointment is being made.
“Therefore, Dr Murtaza Syed, an eminently qualified economist with rich IMFexperience, will take over as Governor SBP. I wish him the best in his newrole.”
Earlier, Reza Baqir in his last message as the SBP Governor shed light onhis achievements during his tenure from his Twitter handle.
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Baqir in his message said that he had served his country for three years asGovernor of central bank and thanked Allah for giving him the opportunityto serve his country.
