Is Hong Kong Ready to Benefit from Islamic Finance Shift?

A reversal in globalisation creates opportunities for Islamic finance in Asia-Pacific

The current reversal in globalisation and the challenges faced by the Western financial system are presenting fresh opportunities for Islamic finance to gain a stronger foothold and influence among consumers and investors in the Asia-Pacific region, according to industry expert Azman Mokhtar. He stated this at the Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong, highlighting the potential for Hong Kong to leverage its status as a global financial hub to establish connections with industry powerhouses in Southeast Asia and the Middle East.