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New screening service tackles sukuk compliance hurdles

A new screening method for sukuk (Islamic bonds), developed in cooperation with Saudi Arabian financial institutions, aims to reduce the cumbersome approval process that these instruments often require.

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Islamic banks one step closer to fruition in Morocco

Morocco's Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) weighed in on the Islamic bank bill last Thursday (August 28th), proposing two changes.

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Sukuk to play a key role in financing major Dubai projects

Funding through sukuk (Islamic bonds) issuance is expected to play a key role over the next decade in securing funds for the substantial line-up of new projects in Dubai, according to Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

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Islamic Economy awards 2014 draw global submissions

Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) today announced nominations across all eight categories of the Islamic Economy Awards 2014 have witnessed a high uptake from international and local companies.

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Taking on convention

Despite a sharp growth in contributions, the takaful industry faces a multitude of challenges as it takes on its conventional counterparts.

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South Africa's debut sukuk to be at least USD500m

The South African government plans to raise at least USD 500 million in its first issue of Islamic bonds, a Treasury official indicated.
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