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Professor Ghiyath Nakshbendi was Interviewed by The Peninsula

Written by Kogod School of Business | January 28, 2025

 

The interview discussed Qatar's role in the field of Islamic finance and its growing role in the region's financial sphere.

  • Demand, technological advancements, and strategic initiatives all contribute to Qatar's role as an emerging financial leader in the Middle East.
  • The rise of Islamic finance as a discipline led to Professor Nakshbendi beginning to teach it at the Kogod School of Business.
  • As an expert in sovereign wealth funds, Professor Nakshbendi is excited to see how Qatar innovates in the space in the years to come.

Professor Nakshbendi said: “By leveraging its strengths and addressing challenges such as standardization and harmonization, Qatar can further solidify its position as a leading global hub for Islamic finance."

Read the article here.