Category: Finance & Investment
Malaysia: HDC to enter 10 new halal markets via One Belt, One Road initiative
The new countries include Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Egypt, Turkmenistan, Iran, Tajikistan, and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
UAE: Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre expands European reach
A roundtable in Malta has provided Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre an opportunity to expand the footprint of Islamic economy in Europe.
Opinion: Capitalism is failing us all. Could Islamic economics be the answer?
Billionaire Ray Dalio, manager of the world’s largest hedge fund Bridgewater, recently shocked the world when he announced that “capitalism is failing” and that a “revolution” is coming.
Africa is creating one of the world’s largest single markets. What does this mean for entrepreneurs?
The Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is set to launch on 30th May. If every African country joins, it’s expected to be one of the world’s largest single markets.
Indonesia to Unveil Sharia Economic Master Plan
The Sharia plan will not replace the economic system of the multi-religious country but instead support development through Islamic-friendly programs.
What you need to know about Thirst Relief and how you can help free a community from poverty
“We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in our hands to make a difference.” Nelson Mandela
New SDG Advocates sign up for ‘peace, prosperity, people’ and planet, on the road to 2030
Six new influential public figures came on board as official SDG Advocates on Thursday, committing themselves to the pursuit of the 17 goals.
UK: Salam Planet Acquires Halal Dining Club
Salam Planet is an important step forward for Halal Dining Club to create a broader lifestyle app for Muslims aligns perfectly with their own expansion model.
Singapore to develop ‘most advanced’ halal hub in Southeast Asia
Located in the western region of the republic, it will house halal food processing units, central kitchens, cold-rooms, a Halal Excellence Centre and logistics operations in a multi-storey state-of-the-art complex.
SDGs: An ETF To Save The World
Due to the unique way the Impact Shares ETFs are structured, every dollar invested in SDGA translates into money for economic development projects worldwide.
SDGs: What will it take to fix flailing SDG funding?
The international community is not acting fast enough to mobilize finance for the Sustainable Development Goals, experts gathered at the Financing for Development Forum told Devex.
Entrepreneur development minister starts working visit to Russia’s Tatarstan
He will represent the government at the 11th International Economic Summit themed “Russia — Islamic World: Kazan Summit 2019” during the period held under the patronage of the President of Tatarstan.
Opinion: Economy 4.0 is here to stay
There is a race between countries and companies to provide platforms and create ecosystems to benefit from this innovation. These new technologies are disruptive and will change every aspect of our lives.
Activating the Global Rich to Close the Sustainable Development Goals Funding Gap
Glocalities’ Report is a Contribution to the Move Humanity Conference – Activating the Global Rich to Close the Sustainable Development Goals Funding Gap.
UAE: ECI partners with JIACC to promote trade and investment
The partnership seeks to support the Halal industry as well as to strengthen the bilateral business and trade relations between the UAE and Italy.
UAE: Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre Expands Footprint to Far East
Abdulla Mohammed Al Awar, CEO of DIEDC, and Raymond Yip, Deputy Executive Director of HKTDC, signed the agreement during an official visit.
In rich countries, the middle class is getting smaller and smaller, generation by generation
The “economic influence” of the middle class has also dropped sharply over time, said the OECD report, which was published on April 10.
Malaysia: Brahim’s seeks white knights
KUALA LUMPUR: BRAHIM’s Holdings Bhd is looking for potential joint venture partner or buyer for its catering arm Brahim’s SATS Sdn Bhd, executive chairman Datuk Seri Ibrahim Ahmad said.
UK-Pakistan Chamber of Commerce to invest £200m in Pakistan
They said investors were keen to establish ‘Halal food chains’ in major centres like Karachi and invest in sports and surgical instruments industry.
Popular discontent rises in Brunei as economy falters
The country has been courting Chinese investments to try to diversify its economy, but the younger Bruneians will not enjoy the same benefits as previous generations.
