The central banks of the United Arab Emirates and Morocco have signed two preliminary agreements to deepen cooperation on banking supervision, Islamic finance, and financial technology. The memoranda of understanding were signed on October 3 in Abu Dhabi by Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), and Abdellatif Jouahri, Governor…
London’s Islamic finance calendar gets a major addition this month. The AlBaraka Summit takes place on October 13–14, 2026, at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London, backed by the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD) and the Al Baraka Group. The two-day summit brings together Islamic bankers, fintech founders, scholars, and investors to…
Indonesia is putting a firm deadline on halal assurance for healthcare products. From October 17, 2026, all natural medicines, quasi-drugs, and food supplements sold in the country must carry halal certification. The rule is part of Indonesia’s phased rollout of its Halal Product Assurance Law, which has been extending mandatory certification across product categories over…
Islamic bonds had a standout summer. In the third quarter of 2026, sukuk accounted for 44% of all debt sales in the Gulf — about $18.8 billion — up sharply from just 15% in the second quarter, according to data compiled by Kamco Invest and reported by CIJ.World on October 4. The headline numbers Sukuk…
Tomorrow, October 7, Dubai hosts one of the Islamic finance industry’s most important annual gatherings — the 16th Annual Islamic Finance Conference, organized by the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) together with S&P Global Ratings. The half-day event runs from 8:30am to 1:00pm Gulf time (9:30am–2:00pm Pakistan time) at The Atrium in DIFC’s Gate District,…
Marriage is an important relationship in Islam, and making dua for a newly married couple is a beautiful way to ask Allah for barakah, love, mercy, tranquility, and goodness in their married life. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught a specific supplication for congratulating someone on their marriage. The well-known Sunnah dua is given below, along…
Sodium stearoyl lactylate (SSL), also known as E481, is generally considered Halal when its fatty acid source is plant-based or comes from a Halal-certified animal source. However, the ingredient name alone does not always reveal its source, so consumers who require strict Halal assurance should check the product’s Halal certification or contact the manufacturer. If…
Muharram is one of the most sacred months in Islam, but many people are unsure how to observe it correctly. Is it a time for happiness, reflection, or mourning? In this post, we answer four common questions people ask every year about Muharram. 1. Is Muharram a Time of Mourning or Celebration? For many Muslims,…
Labubu is a popular sweet drink enjoyed in many Muslim communities, especially during hot weather and Ramadan. But a common question many ask is, is Labubu haram (forbidden) in Islam? We will explain what Labubu is, what ingredients it contains, and whether it’s halal or haram according to Islamic teachings. What Exactly is Labubu? Labubu…
Want to know the duties of a Muslim woman in Islam? Learn about her important roles in faith, family, and the community. 1. A Heart Full of Faith The spiritual duties of a Muslim woman are central to her identity. She regularly performs prayers (Salah), fasts during Ramadan (Sawm), and expresses her devotion through modest…
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