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Ep 85: Is Saudi Arabia Taking Over World...

Hassan Jivraj
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Saudi Arabia is no longer just a spectator in global sports—it’s becoming the epicenter. From the "Ronaldo effect" to the 2034 World Cup, is the Public Investment Fund (PIF)’s $trillion strategy actually working? In this episode of Majlis & Markets, recorded on 24 February 2026, we sit down with Dr. Kristian Ulrichsen to dismantle the strategy behind Sau ... Show More
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Ep 84: The Secret to Building Muslim Wealth - Ibrahim Khan (IFG)
Why is there still a massive gap between the wealth in the Muslim community and the financial products available?In Episode 84 of Majlis & Markets, Hassan Jivraj is joined by Ibrahim Khan, co-founder of Islamic Finance Guru (IFG) and Cur8 Capital. Together, they explore the evolu ... Show More
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Tunisia: Africa’s Hidden VC Gem 🇹🇳 ft. Oussama Messaoud | Ep. 83
Is Tunisia the most undervalued tech hub in Africa? While the global spotlight often falls on the "Big Four" (Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, and South Africa), Tunisia is quietly building a powerhouse ecosystem rooted in a unique culture of resilience.In this episode of Majlis & Markets, ... Show More
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$62 Trillion in One Room: Insights from ADFW 2025
Is the global financial axis permanently shifting? At Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2025, decision-makers representing $62 trillion in assets—equivalent to over 50% of global GDP—gathered to answer that question.Hosted within the high-growth ecosystem of ADGM, this exclusive seri ... Show More
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