Dr Akhtar Kalam, Chairman, Muslim Community Cooperative Australia (MCCA)
Almir Colan, Director, Australian Centre for Islamic Finance
Belinda Wright, Managing Director, Islamic Markets, Macquarie
Christopher Aylward, Partner, Banking & Finance, Madison Marcus
Hakan Ozyon, CEO, Hejaz Financial Services and Senior Portfolio Manager, Global Ethical Fund
Jamie Ng, Partner, Ashurst
Dr Imran Lum, Director, Islamic Finance, National Australia Bank
Mohamed Hage, Head of Research and Investments, CPG Research &Advisory Pty Ltd
Muzzammil Dhedhy, Chief Operating Officer, Hejaz Financial Services
Dr Muhammad M Khan, CEO, Halal Australia
Dr Rashid Raashed, Chief, Sharia'h Audit Executives (SAE) and Board Member, Islamic bank Australia Project/IBA GroupDirector
Usman Siddiqui, Managing Director, Equitable Financial Solutions
Website: https://www.auscif.com
The Australian Centre for Islamic Finance (AUSCIF) is the pre-eminent Australian organisation facilitating knowledge transfer and thought leadership within the Islamic financial sector.
Website: www.icd-ps.org
The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) is a multilateral development financial institution and is part of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) Group.
The ICD was established in November 1999 to support the economic development of its member countries through the provision of finance for private sector projects, promoting competition and entrepreneurship, providing advisory services to governments and private companies and encouraging cross-border investments.
The ICD has an authorized capital of US$4 billion. Currently, the shareholders of the ICD are the IDB (50%), 53 Islamic countries (30%) and five public financial institutions (20%).
ICD mandate and objectives
The ICD fosters sustainable economic growth in its 53 member countries by:
The ICD selects the financing projects based on their contribution to economic development considering factors such as job creation, Islamic finance development, contribution to exports, etc. The ICD also provides advisory services to governments and private sector groups on policies designed to encourage the establishment, expansion and modernization of private enterprises, the development of capital markets, best management practices and to enhance the role of the market economy. The ICD operates to complement the activities of the IDB in member countries.
The ICD is rated ‘AA/FQ’ by Fitch Ratings, ‘Aa3/P-1’ by Moody’s Investors Service and ‘A+’ by Standard & Poor’s.
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Tel: (966-12) 6361400; (966-12) 6441644
Fax: (966-12) 644 4427
Email: icd@isdb.org
Website: www.icd-ps.org
Website: www.iciec.com/
The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) is a multilateral export credit and political risk insurer rated ‘Aa3’ with a stable outlook by Moody’s Investors Service. The ICIEC was established in 1994 by the IDB and member countries of the OIC, with an objective to encourage exports from and between member countries as well as to facilitate the flow of foreign direct investment into them by providing and encouraging the use of Shariah compliant export credit and investment insurance/reinsurance solutions.
Website: www.itfc-idb.org
The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) is a member of the IDB Group. It was established with the purpose of advancing trade among OIC member countries, which would ultimately contribute to the overarching goal of improving the socioeconomic conditions of the people across the world. The ITFC commenced operations in January 2008 and has since consolidated all trade finance businesses that used to be handled by various windows within the IDB Group. Earning an ‘A1’ rating from Moody’s Investors Service reflects the ITFC’s efficiency in service delivery by responding swiftly to customer needs in a market-driven business environment.
Since 2008, the ITFC has provided more than US$40.2 billion of trade financing to OIC member countries, making it the leading provider of trade solutions for the needs of OIC member countries. With a mission of being a catalyst for trade development among OIC member countries and beyond, the ITFC helps entities in member countries gain better access to trade finance and provides them with the necessary trade-related capacity-building tools, which would enable them to successfully compete in the global market.
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Twitter: @ITFCCORP
Facebook: @ITFCCORP
Linkedin: International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC)
Tel: +966 12 646 8337
Fax: +966 12 637 1064
E-mail: ITFC@itfc-idb.org
Website: http://www.itfc-idb.org/en
Website: https://isfd.isdb.org
The Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD) is the poverty alleviation arm of the IDB Group and was established as a special fund within the IDB to reduce poverty in its member countries by promoting pro-poor growth, emphasizing human development, especially improvements in healthcare and education, and providing financial support to enhance the productive capacity and sustainable means of income for the poor.
Headquartered in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the fund was officially launched during the 32nd Annual Meeting of the IDB Board of Governors held on the 29th-30th May 2007 in Dakar, Senegal. The fund was established in the form of a Waqf (ie trust), with a principal target capital of US$10 billion.
All IDB member countries are expected to announce their financial contributions to the fund and extend technical and moral support to its operations. Two overarching themes, in line with the IDB Vision 1440H, define the focus of the ISFD: Improving and enhancing the income of the poor, and promoting the development of human capital.
Website: www.idbgbf.org
The IDB Group Business Forum – THIQAH – is the main window which acts as enabler and play facilitation and catalyst roles to connect private sector institutions in IDB Group member countries. The main objective of THIQAH is to establish a unique and innovative platform for dialogue, cooperation and inclusive partnership for business leaders committed to partnering in promising investment opportunities. THIQAH’s vision is to position itself as the leading business platform of the IDB Group serving the private sector in member countries and maximizing the achievements of successful investment projects. The primary focus is on maximizing cross-border investments among IDB Group member countries, with the support of IDB Group’s financial products and services (www.idbgbf.org).
Website: ifsaaustralia.com.au/
The IBA Group project will serve both the Muslim and non-Muslim communities, individuals and businesses, both onshore in Australia and in the international community, seeking to engage with a Shari’ah and an Australian regulatory compliant organization. We provide ideologically sound financial justice, competitive returns, better security of assets and a mindset of true partnership in our financial services relationships.
The financial services industry experience overseas indicates that Islamic financial services can benefit all customers, regardless of their faith and ideology. Islamic financial services can be a non-discriminatory contributor to the Australian economy, income investment, trade and employment, as well as an evolution in the competition and diversity that Australia offers as a regional hub for Asia Pacific financial services and trade. The IBA Group's core activities will be financial services, including our intention to be the first Islamic bank in Australia, offering investment-linked retail and fund management products and services, compliant with Shari’ah governance and Australian regulatory rules. The IBA Group will also incorporate additional financial services products directly or in affiliation with Shari’ah and regulatory compliant third parties for needs in the community and marketplace.
Offerings such as business equity, working capital, trade finance/guarantor, commercial foreign exchange, line of credit and other facilities are intended as part of the further expansion and growth of shareholder value.
Australia has achieved the creation of a diverse and tolerant multiracial, multireligious and multicultural society. We see IBA Group as making a significant and continuing contribution to the further development of our society.
Website: www.idealratings.com/
IdealRatings was incorporated in 2006 in San Francisco with a corporate objective to provide SRI/ESG and Shariah compliant solutions to ethical investors and enable them to identify such instruments across different asset classes in the global market. IdealRatings serves clients in over 30 countries with a range of capital market solutions including:
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IFSCA is a recently stablished industry body, representing Islamic financial services providers in Australia. A new horizon for Islamic finance industry to meet financial needs for home finance, superannuation, fund management, financial planning, property trust, hire purchase, equity investments and accounting services.
IFSCA provides marketing, analysis, advice, advocacy and contributes to policy development for Islamic financial services industry. It makes representations to financial services reviews and regulatory authorities on industry issues. IFSCA works with government, industry regulators and other stakeholders to enhance the contributions of Islamic finance to the Australian economy.
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Website: www.kwm.com/
Website: www.austarab.com.au/
The Australia Arab Chamber of Commerce & Industry (AACCI) is the only national association for two-way trade and investment between Australia and the Arab League countries.
AACCI’s mission is to assist Australian companies exporting to or expanding into Middle East and North African (MENA) markets and Arab companies looking to invest in Australia.
We specialise in providing members with commercial intelligence, business matching and networking opportunities. Our program of members’ events features Australian and Arabic speakers with MENA-focussed business expertise, creating great opportunities for members to network and gather up-to-date commercial intelligence on the Arab business world. Our goal is to expand two-way trade and strengthen economic and political cooperation between Australia and the Arab world.
The Arab League comprises over 400 million people over 22 country states, including Algeria, Bahrain, Comoros, Djibouti, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates and Yemen.
AACCI is a member of the General Union of Arab Chambers of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture and has fostered strong links with the Australian State and Federal governments since it began in 1975.
AACCI has offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane and Canberra. Each of these offices manages an extensive member network and program of events to facilitate business networking at senior levels, and vigorously promotes trade through inbound and outbound trade activities.
Website: www.amust.com.au/author/AMUSTMedia/page/50/?lang=ur
The Australasian Muslim Times, AMUST is a multicultural, news platform, serving a diverse multicultural, and multifaith audience. AMUST seeks to address the lack of diversity in the Australian Media landscape through presenting news and views from an Islamic perspective, breaking down stereotypes and engaging with the wider community, as well as serving the needs of the Muslim community. AMUST not only gives a voice to those who lack representation in mainstream media, it also promotes dialogue, freedom of expression, inclusivity, appreciation, and acceptance.
Website: www.islamicfinancenews.com
Islamic Finance news is the industry's leading, capital markets focused, e-newsletter bringing you unrivalled editorial coverage every week on the global Islamic financial market.
This weekly newsletter provides insightful and intelligent editorial coverage from around the world helping you keep ahead. In addition to a comprehensive weekly review of all the stories from around the globe, interviews, forums, market statistics and data, key industry practitioners contribute via non-biased, educational and up-to-date country and sector reports, giving you a firsthand knowledge and understanding of the Islamic finance markets and instruments from an experts' point of view.
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Fintech is one of the most exciting new sectors of the global financial industry, breaking boundaries and challenging preconceptions in one of the shake-ups of the century. A new class of financial players is disrupting the status quo – and financial institutions must embrace this change or face being left behind as the financial landscape transforms beyond recognition.
But although fintech as a whole has been well-served by the media, the Islamic segment has so far made limited penetration on public consciousness – despite the enormous potential it represents for the industry. There is a clear chasm between the multitude of pioneering entrepreneurs, start-ups and fintech firms making waves in the Islamic space; and the interested investors, institutions and stakeholders keen to explore these opportunities.
Recognizing this information gap, IFN is delighted to introduce to you a bespoke multi-channel platform – IFN FinTech.
Comprised of four tranches, IFN FinTech is a one-stop-shop for industry knowledge, networking and communication – supported by our unrivaled global network, our strong social media platform and our trusted multimedia Islamic finance offering.
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IFN CORPORATE: Your door to new opportunities
Leveraging the market-leading expertise of Islamic Finance news and the unrivalled global network of REDmoney Group, IFN CORPORATE is a brand-new monthly publication aiming to revolutionize the commercial application of Islamic financial services through education, information and communication.
Designed specifically for the global corporate market, IFN CORPORATE is a simple, sensible and straight-talking summary of Islamic financial instruments, concepts, structures, products and trends that offers an easy-to-understand avenue into the compelling opportunities of Shariah compliant alternatives. Clear, concise and comprehensive, it offers invaluable insight into the Islamic industry and creates an essential platform through which the corporate world and compliant market can communicate.
Website: www.alhudacibe.com
AlHuda Center of Islamic Banking and Islamic Economics (CIBE) is a recognized name in Islamic banking and finance Market for trainings, research and advisory over the last six years. The prime goal has always been to remain stick to the commitments and provide state-of-the-art Advisory Consultancy and Education through various well recognized modes viz. Campus programs, Distance learning programs, Trainings Workshops, Awareness Programs and Islamic Microfinance Products Development all side by side through our distinguished and generally acceptable and known Publications in Islamic Banking and Finance.
We are dedicated to serve the community as a unique institution providing trainings, education and consultancy in the field of Islamic Banking & Finance not only in Pakistan but all over the world. We have so far organized more than 300 trainings, 32 successful campus programs and training courses with numerous national and international students.
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Asia First provides a complete solution for financial professionals and organizations to source, purchase and manage financial news and intelligence products that they need for their business. It is a front-end website featuring extensive free daily and weekly finance news and other resources for professionals, complemented by a corporate back-end procurement platform and marketplace for buying and managing financial publications, data, research and events.
We organize specialized events and provide branding and exposure via our extensive readership and database. A one-stop shop with the following:
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SME & Entrepreneurship Magazine is Southeast Asia’s best selling business magazine. Dedicated to business owners and entrepreneurs, SME Magazine, features current news and in-depth analysis, and practical articles and features in everyday language.
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