Pioneering Shari’ah Finance Philosophy with a Go-Ahead, Client-Centric Stance

Collaboration and consideration of diversity has taken MIB to the forefront of banking in Maldives The story of the Maldives Islamic Bank, the first and only fully Shari’ah-compliant bank in the South Asian country, is one of collaboration. The Islamic

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A Passion for Inclusivity and the Arts: Meet the Chief Exec of an Islamic Bank

Mufaddal Idris Khumri, CEO and managing director of the Maldives Islamic Bank, has deep expertise in the sector… Mufaddal Idris Khumri is an expert in the Islamic banking system, with more than a quarter century of experience under his belt.

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The Oyster’s Gift to the World: Gods’ Tears, Symbols of Purity, and Mourning Wear for Royalty

Passion, beauty, wisdom and wealth — these natural wonders are as rich in meaning as they are in lustre. The opalescent orbs have been a go-to accessory for style icons past and present: Coco Chanel, Princess Diana, Madonna, Anna Wintour,

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The Changing Face of Business Travel (and How Best to Reap the Benefits)

Some major changes are impacting business travel — and one of the most noteworthy is the new digital ID system. The move was recently proposed as a way to close the technological gap between the UK and other countries. The

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Committed to the Future, Driven by Passion, Dedicated to Clients, and Steadfast on Sustainability

Swiss asset management firm keeps a tight focus on its core values, customer needs, and the drive for responsible investment Taurus Asset Management SA Lugano is committed to a prosperous future, emphasising growth and the diversification of its service offerings.

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Embracing ESG Transformation: Turning Ambitions Into Action

Two PwC Luxembourg partners giving support and guidance to companies in their transformation journeys. This year brought with it the urgent need to dive deeper into the evolution of ESG and sustainability priorities. At PwC Luxembourg, two partners have been

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Gimme an E! Gimme an S! Gimme a G! What Does that Spell? Future Prosperity — and a Healthy Planet

Society has always demanded that companies serve a social purpose — and Hungary’s MBH Bank has consistently stepped up to that mark… Leading Hungarian financial institution MBH Bank has lofty aims — and an ambitious strategy to match. It wants

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When Environmental Considerations Are a Driving Force, Banking Needs a Keen Eye — and Unfailing Dedication

MBH Bank and its risk assessor have taken that message to heart. MBH Bank management firmly believes it has a responsibility towards sustainability — as a financial institution, in lending and investment practices, and in day-to-day operations. It has taken

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Trade: Engine Room of the United Kingdom

‘While economic issues might not be centre stage by many, there is a real need for there to be a bridge-building exercise to build on trust with the European Union’, declares Lord Waverley. Pragmatism should dictate at least listening to

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When Wheels Fall Off a Gender-Balance Bid by a Wall St Hedge Fund, It Turns to Woman vs Man

Fair Play, screening on streaming service Netflix, shows that entrenched, society-imposed values can be hard for individuals to shake off… Businesses are paying more attention to diversity in their senior teams, and things are gradually moving into positive territory. The

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