Officiated by YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim, The Prime Minister of Malaysia - who also deliver a speech on Global Islamic Economy: A Reform Agenda for Shared Prosperity
Would like to thank the organizer Bank Negara Malaysia in collaboration with the Securities Commission Malaysia, Labuan Financial Services Authority, the IILM - International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation, the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB) and the The World Bank Group - for having us who are representing the grassroots, community and small people hoping to get some briefing from us after the event.
(Personal Note : also would like to thank many colleagues who have been great supporters to me as well)
Themed ‘Shaping a Resilient Global Islamic Economy Through Values-based Reforms’, #GFIEF gathers policymakers, business leaders, and financial service providers from all around the world to engage in discussion and collaborate to build a future where Islamic economics and finance can play a pivotal role in fostering shared prosperity and equity.
Encountered distinguished figures such as Datuk Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour, the Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia, who delivered the keynote remark, alongside esteemed individuals like Tan Sri Nor Mohamed bin Yakcop, Tan Sri DS Wahid Omar, and senior corporate leader Tan Sri Dato' Azman Mokhtar and many others. Also in attendance were Yang Mulia Ungku Tan Sri Dr. Zeti Akhtar binti Ungku Abdul Aziz (Dinner), YBM Senator DS Utama Tengku Zafrul Aziz, Dato' Seri Dr. Awang Adek Hussin, and numerous others. Among the honored guests was Her Excellency Sri Mulyani Indrawati, the Minister of Finance from #Indonesia.
It was a remarkable opportunity to engage with eminent Islamic scholars and guest speakers, delving into comprehensive discussions and analyses of various aspects of Islamic Economics and Finance. Among others are Dame Susan Rice and Dr. Giath Sabsigh. Also met Tan Sri Andrew Sheng and many others.
Attending the exhibition was always a highlight for us, offering valuable connections with diverse banking and financial institutions.
(Interestingly, I met the son of my esteemed cousin, who is employed in the field - well it runs in the family - can't mention names due to privacy)
Malaysia can now proudly proclaim as the leader in Islamic Economy and Finance, (apart from Halal products/Islamic Banking) Most important to us is the emphasis placed by everyone on addressing the crucial issue of bridging the gap between the affluent and the underprivileged.
Key themes that resonated with me included Maqasid Shariah, Sukuk, Equity, Inclusivity, Advancements in Islamic versus Conventional Economics and Finance, Bursa Malaysia and emerging Shariah-compliant exchanges, Zakat and Waqf, Islamic Financial Standards, Guidelines, Policies, White Papers, Utilization of AI, and Islamic Payment Gateways, among others.
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