Islamic mega-bank
Sheikh Saleh Kamel, the head of Al Baraka Banking Group, says that a $100 billion Islamic mega-bank is possible in 5 to 7 years. The bank which will be called Emaar, will be established in Bahrain and start with $1 billion and reach $100 billion in 5 years. Sheikh Kamel believes the bank will increase liquidity in Islamic banking.
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The head of the Labuan Offshore Financial Services Authoriy (LOFSA) says Islamic banking requires a solid regulatory framework to esure future growth.
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