From Hong Kong to London, established global financial centres are looking to reinvent themselves as Islamic finance hubs and capture a slice of a fast-growing and still largely untapped market.
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Malaysia leads Asian resurgence
September 29, 2010The Malaysian government has been active in promoting Islamic finance.
Hidden strengths propel growth
December 30, 2009Despite Malaysia's reticence in establishing itself as a globally recognised financial centre, it is now moving forward fast. Bank Negara Malaysia governor Dr Zeti Akhtar Aziz discusses the role of Islamic finance products in the country's push. Writer Silvia Pavoni
Zeti Akhtar Aziz
April 7, 2009At a time when other regulators are looking to impose tougher controls, the Malaysian Central Bank is pushing for further liberalisation. Writer Geraldine Lambe
Malaysia takes the lead
April 7, 2009Having already introduced many tax and business incentives, Malaysia is consolidating its position as an up-and-coming hub for Islamic finance. Its policies reflect the belief that developing the sector is crucial to the country's future success. Writer Geraldine Lambe
Dr Zeti Akhtar Aziz
January 5, 2009Parallels between the Asian economic crisis 10 years ago and the current financial turmoil may hold some useful lessons for world governments as they steer through troubled times.
Malaysian market remains resilient
May 5, 2008The Malaysian Bourse’s keen focus on market appeal and its diversity of investment opportunities put it in a strong position to capitalise on opportunities in the changing financial environment.
Malaysia: Realising the Dream
September 3, 2007
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Eyes on the retail prize
April 2, 2007With the retail market key, Malaysian banks are placing great emphasis on cross-selling while rolling out simple technologies that improve service. Dan Barnes reports.
Banking giants do battle
September 4, 2006As Maybank and CIMB encroach on each other’s strongholds, there is one area that looks large enough to accommodate them and others – Islamic banking. Karina Robinson, in Kuala Lumpur, reports.