Governmental Advisory
Our Solutions Designed For Governmental Requirements
Sukuk (Islamic Bonds) Advisory
- Assist in issuing sovereign Sukuk as an alternative funding mechanism for infrastructure and development projects. This can attract investment from Islamic finance markets while aligning with ethical investment standards.
- Provide guidance on structuring Sukuk in compliance with Shariah principles, ensuring legal and regulatory frameworks accommodate Islamic finance instruments.
Public Sector Funding Solutions
- Propose alternative financing methods for public sector projects, such as using Islamic finance principles for Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs).
- Recommend Shariah-compliant leasing models (Ijara) for public infrastructure, transportation, or equipment.
Shariah-Compliant Investment Funds
- Help establish Islamic investment funds to attract foreign direct investment from regions where investors prefer Shariah-compliant instruments.
- Design ethical investment portfolios that align with Islamic finance principles while also meeting broader Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria.
Advisory on Islamic Insurance (Takaful)
- Assist in setting up Shariah-compliant insurance (Takaful) for government projects, workers, or social welfare programs.
- Propose frameworks for Takaful regulation, ensuring it aligns with both Islamic principles and the existing legal environment.
Policy and Regulatory Development
- Help create legal and regulatory frameworks to accommodate Islamic finance products and services within the existing financial system.
- Provide guidance on developing tax policies and incentives to encourage Islamic finance activities and attract Shariah-compliant investment.
Developing Halal Economy Initiatives
- Support the development of a broader halal economy, including Shariah-compliant tourism, halal food industries, and ethical investment in halal sectors.
- Advise on creating policies and standards to support halal certification and regulation.
Islamic Social Finance (Zakat, Waqf) Integration
- Advise on leveraging Islamic social finance instruments like Zakat (charitable giving) and Waqf (endowments) for social projects such as healthcare, education, or poverty alleviation.
- Propose legal frameworks to integrate Waqf management into public sector initiatives to support community development.
Capacity Building and Training
- Provide training for government officials on Islamic finance principles, products, and regulatory requirements to enhance understanding and facilitate adoption.
- Develop capacity-building programs to enable local financial institutions to offer Islamic financial services.
Islamic Microfinance and Financial Inclusion
- Develop Islamic microfinance programs to enhance financial inclusion, especially targeting underbanked or economically disadvantaged populations.
- Advise on implementing short term interest-free microfinance schemes (Qard Hassan) or at a small fee under tawaruq to promote social welfare and support small businesses.