Yearly Archives: 2019
Building Successful Fintech Ecosystems and Assessing the Evolving Role of Technology in Finance
Through an expert panel we identify what constitutes a successful fintech ecosystem and ask what measures are necessary to attract start-ups and spur and support innovation. We also analyze where technology, through platforms such as blockchain, will offer the most significant disruption: managing money, optimizing distribution channels, or both? Moderator: Vineeta Tan, Managing Editor, Islamic Finance news Panelists: Mohammed Alsehli, CEO, Wethaq Mohamed Damak, Senior Director, Global Head of Islamic Finance, S&P Global Ratings Mohammed Kateeb, Group Chairman and CEO, Path Solutions Peter Tavener, CFO, Beehive Raheel Iqbal, Managing Director, Technology Investments, Finocracy
Liquidity, Fixed Income and Sukuk in Global Capital Markets
We ask leading market professionals to discuss the prospects for regional and global capital and Sukuk markets in the coming months. What structures and asset classes will find favor with issuers and investors in a more volatile investment environment? We also examine distribution, ratings and credit enhancement measures, and identify other factors facing issuers in the Sukuk market. Moderator: Yavar Moini, Financial Sector Expert, World Bank Group Panelists: Debashis Dey, Partner, White & Case Esam El-Makkawy, CFO and Interim Company Secretary, Souq Extra Fabrice Susini, CEO, Saudi Real Estate Refinance Company Issam Al Tawari, Founder and Managing Partner, Newbury Consulting Roshan Shah, Executive Director – Corporate Advisory Services, Al Mal Capital
Co-Interview: Building Regulatory Frameworks in Islamic Finance and Fintech
We ask a panel of senior representatives of regulators, standard-setting bodies and exchanges for their views on the evolution of regulatory frameworks for Islamic finance and discuss successful approaches to regulating financial technology. Moderator: Abdulkader Thomas, CEO, SHAPE Knowledge Services Panelists: Dr Bello Lawal Danbatta, Secretary-General, IFSB Ijlal Alvi, CEO, International Islamic Financial Market (IIFM)
The World in 2019: Global Events and Islamic Finance and Investment
We discuss key ideas, issues and themes influencing Islamic finance and investment. From the growth of the Halal economy, to commodity prices, to product innovation and regulation, to global trade and protectionism, to the ascendancy of technology — what will offer opportunity and what will disrupt? Finally, we ask what role Islamic finance will play in the development of social inclusion and the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals in the coming year. Moderator: Qasim Aslam, Partner, Dentons Panelists: Arsalaan Ahmed, CEO, HSBC Amanah Malaysia Bryan Stirewalt, Chief Executive, Dubai Financial Services Authority Salman Bajwa, Head of Asset Management, Emirates NBD Asset Management Shamzani Hussain, Managing Director and Head of Global Islamic Banking, FAB Siraj Shibeer Ahmed, Partner, Winston & Strawn
Keynote Address
Bryan Stirewalt, Chief Executive, Dubai Financial Services Authority
Keynote Address
Dr Obaid Saif Hamad Al Zaabi, CEO, Securities and Commodities Authority
Opening Address
Abdulla Mohammed Al Awar, CEO, Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre
Closing Remarks
Mr. Ramlie Kamsari – Chief Executive Officer, Nomura Islamic Asset Management Sdn. Bhd.
Luncheon Address
Tan Sri Dr. Zeti Akhtar Aziz – Group Chairman, Permodalan Nasional Berhad (2018 Recipient of Royal Award for Islamic Finance)
The Clientele Effect in Islamic Bonds or Sukuk – Evidence from the Malaysian Sovereign Bond and Sukuk Markets
Professor Joseph Cherian – Practice Professor of Finance Director, Centre for Asset Management Research & Investments (CAMRI), NUS Business School
Shariah, Responsible and Sustainable Investing, ESG and Social Impact – Contributing to the Achievement of Sustainable Goals
Moderator: Dato Mohammad Faiz Azmi – Executive Chairman, PwC Malaysia Panelists: Dr. Hurriyah El Islamy – Executive Board Member, Badan Pengelola Keuangan Haji Indonesia Datuk Dr. Mohd Daud Bakar – Founder & Executive Chairman, Amanie Advisors Mr. Oliver Warner – Environmental & Social Consultant, International Finance Corporation Datuk Seri Shahril Ridza Ridzuan – Chief Executive Officer, Khazanah Nasional Berhad
Investment Environment Outlook Presentation
Mr. Wataru Ogihara – Senior Managing Director & Chief Investment Officer (Global Equity), Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.