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Jun 8
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Episode 62-Why Islamic Finance Isn’t Dri...

Hassan Jivraj
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🎙 Episode 62 – Why Islamic Finance Isn’t Driving Impact
We welcome back Reza Jafarally to explore why Islamic finance is falling short on climate action, development goals, and real-world impact—and what must change.

This wide-ranging conversation touches on everything from AI and sustainability to grassroots initiatives, cultural challenges, and the persistent issue of Islamophobia in global finance.

If you care about the future of faith-based finance and its role in solving urgent global challenges, this one’s not to miss.

🔁 Related episodes:
 • Episode 27 – Profit Over Principles? The Ethical Dilemma in Islamic Finance
Episode 57 – Counting the Cost: Inside Syria’s Economy

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