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Karachi: BankIslami and the National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the presence of Islamic finance within the country’s capital markets. The agreement, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding, seeks to offer innovative, Shariah-compliant financial solutions to investors interested in Riba-free alternatives.
The partnership, announced at a signing ceremony at BankIslami’s headquarters, leverages BankIslami’s expertise in Islamic finance alongside NCCPL’s technological capabilities. Senior representatives from both organizations attended the event to endorse the collaboration.
Rizwan Ata, President and CEO of BankIslami, emphasized the partnership’s potential to make capital markets more accessible by providing interest-free financial solutions. He highlighted the goal of encouraging wider participation and creating more investment opportunities.
Naveed Qazi, CEO of NCCPL, expressed confidence that the collaboration would advance Shariah-compliant solutions within Pakistan’s capital market. He noted the potential for increased accessibility, inclusivity, and enhanced investor trust through this initiative.
The partnership aims to benefit a diverse customer base seeking Shariah-compliant investment options. Customers will have access to Islamic financial instruments such as equities and debt securities. For NCCPL, the collaboration presents an opportunity to expand its infrastructure while adhering to Islamic financial principles.