Author name: Sohayb Fahli Laout

The final part in our 3-part series on Sustainable Finance. In our previous articles, we explored the growth of sustainable finance in the Middle East and GCC, highlighting ESG investments and instruments like green bonds and sukuks. This third article serves as a practical guide to implementing a sustainable finance framework, from foundational steps for […]

Part 2 of our 3-part series on Sustainable Finance. a. Islamic Finance and its Link to Sustainability Islamic finance is founded on principles of fairness, ethical investing, and social welfare, which naturally align with the goals of sustainable development. Prohibiting interest (riba) and speculative activities (gharar), Islamic finance promotes risk-sharing, social justice, and investment in

Part 1 of our 3-part series on Sustainable Finance. Sustainable finance, defined as the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into financial decisions, plays a critical role in addressing global challenges like climate change and social inequality. With ESG-focused investing becoming a significant trend, financial institutions worldwide are steering investments toward projects that