BSTI gets new DG: Kazi Emdadul Hoque appointed on contractual basis

Kazi Emdadul Hoque, a former tax commissioner and researcher, has been appointed director general of the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) on a contractual basis.

He joined the national standards body in his new role yesterday, with the rank and status of a senior secretary to the government.

A member of the 7th batch of the BCS (tax) cadre, Emdadul succeeds to the post after a career spanning more than three decades in revenue administration, reports UNB.

He previously served as president of the Taxes Appellate Tribunal and as a commissioner of taxes at the National Board of Revenue (NBR), where he was involved in efforts to strengthen economic and administrative systems.

Since joining the civil service in 1988, he has held several senior positions, including a tenure as additional commissioner at the Large Taxpayers Unit (LTU). He has also represented Bangladesh in international negotiations on global tax policies and Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA).

Between 2001 and 2004, he served as private secretary to the minister for posts and telecommunications.

Emdadul completed his master's degree with first-class-first honours from the Department of Soil, Water and Environment at the University of Dhaka. During his student years, he took part in national television debates and won literary competitions.

He is also known for his work as a writer and researcher. His book "Kalo Taka" (Black Money) has drawn attention in academic and policy circles. He has also hosted television programmes on income tax awareness.

Officials at BSTI said his administrative experience and research background are expected to support the institution's role in maintaining product quality and national standards.