Former SBP governor calls Islamic banking 'economic necessity'

Former SBP governor calls Islamic banking 'economic necessity'

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Peerzada Salman

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At the launch of Unconventional – The Bank No One Saw Coming by Sibtain Naqvi, former State Bank of Pakistan governor Dr. Ishrat Husain described Islamic banking as an economic necessity rather than just a religious choice. He praised Meezan Bank’s remarkable rise since 2002 as a model of professionalism, integrity, and visionary leadership. Dr. Husain highlighted that Islamic banking promotes equity, fairness, and financial inclusion, offering a balanced alternative to conventional capitalism and socialism. The book and event celebrated Meezan Bank’s journey, its founder Irfan Siddiqui’s leadership, and the institution’s role in reshaping Pakistan’s financial landscape.

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DAWN

Publication Date

10-4-2025

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13

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Business | Law | Social and Behavioral Sciences

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Islamic banking, Meezan Bank, Dr Ishrat Husain, Sibtain Naqvi, IBA Karachi, financial inclusion, economic necessity, leadership, Islamic finance, Pakistan banking sector

Former SBP governor calls Islamic banking 'economic necessity'

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