As Islamic finance institutions grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, we interview one of the early pioneers of the industry, Iqbal Khan (CEO, Fajr Capital), to learn where the industry stands today and whether it is resilient enough to head into the future and present a more sustainable alternative to conventional banking.

The live session will be part of IslamicMarkets Leadership Series, which convenes key experts, prominent scholars and thought-leaders in the global Islamic economy to share expertise and foster discussions to address challenges and opportunities.

Discussion Points:

- What were the salient challenges of Islamic finance development and what were the key success factors?
- What is needed to achieve the overall objectives of Islamic financial system and make the industry Maqasid-driven and sustainability-focused?
- How will the unprecedented crisis caused by the COVID-19 shape the future of the Islamic finance industry globally?

Time:

09:00 London
12:00 Dubai
16:00 Kuala Lumpur

Discussion Leader:

Iqbal Khan
Founding Board Member and CEO
Fajr Capital