EPICENTRE - Islamic Finance Supports Socio-Economic Development

July 2015 / Syawal 1436H The financial sector plays a critical role in the socio-economic development of any country. Islamic finance was designed as a just and ethical financial system, supporting the efficient allocation of resources both for wealth creation purposes, as well as the betterment of society. Islamic finance is expected to further enhance socio-economic well-being in countries in which it operates, both through supporting the financial needs of households and businesses in a Shariah-compliant manner; as well as through additional support via zakat, waqf and Islamic microfinance. OTHER HIGHLIGHTS: RAM Ratings: Malaysian Power Sector Catalyst for Sukuk Development In conjunction with the region’s integration under the ASEAN Economic Community, RAM Ratings has published the maiden report in its ASEAN Power Series. This report presents RAM’s assessment of the power sector’s structure, regulatory landscape, capacity and fuel-supply situation, the key players and how these influence the industry’s growth and infrastructure funding. READ MORE HERE Please log on to www.mifc.com or call +603 26923481 for more information. Copyright © 2015 Bank Negara Malaysia. All rights reserved. DISCLAIMER :The copyright and any other rights in the selection, coordination, arrangement and enhancement of the information in this electronic newsletter are owned by Bank Negara Malaysia. No part of this electronic newsletter may be modified, reproduced or published without prior permission in writing from Bank Negara Malaysia and the relevant copyright owner. Although every effort has been made to ensure the timeliness, accuracy, adequacy and completeness of this electronic newsletter, Bank Negara Malaysia accepts no responsibility or liability for errors or omissions, if any. The information contained in this electronic newsletter is only up-to-date at the time of transmission, and is not exhaustive and may be updated from time to time on the website: www.mifc.com. Bank Negara Malaysia shall not be liable for loss or damage caused by viruses transmitted by this electronic newsletter. Bank Negara Malaysia is not responsible for any unauthorised changes made to the information in this electronic newsletter or for the effect of such changes. Bank Negara Malaysia appreciates any feedback or suggestions for improvement.