Islamic financial institutions have become increasingly involved in structuring and financing development projects in the region. Since Islamic financing must be based on real underlying assets, and preferably in the form of equity participation to create an equitable distribution of wealth, the opportunity for Islamic banks to participate in projects relating to infrastructure, industry and housing is unlimited.
This conference is particularly significant in terms of its timing, and the subjects to be deliberated; because Islamic banking institutions are playing an increasingly important role in the global financial industry.