Train session held at University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF),

A two-day training titled “Islamic Capital Markets, Sukuk & Fintech: From Theory to Practice”

FAISALABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 16th Feb, 2026) A two-day training titled “Islamic Capital Markets, Sukuk & Fintech: From Theory to Practice”,

organized by Centre of Islamic Finance (CIF) Institute of Business Management Sciences (IBMS),

University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF), was held to promote understanding of Shariah-compliant

financial systems and their growing relevance in the modern economy.

Chief Manger State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Faisalabad Madam Fouzia Aslam stressed the need for

regulatory compliance, investor awareness and innovation to expand the outreach of Shariah-compliant

financial products globally.

She said that bridging theory with practice will ensure the steady growth of Islamic capital markets.

Director IBMS Prof Dr Abdul Ghafoor said that Islamic Capital Markets provide a Shariah-compliant

alternative to conventional financial systems by ensuring transparency, risk-sharing and ethical investment.

Mufti Zubair Ahmad (Shari'ah Board Member Meezan Bank Limited) called for develop a clear understanding of Shariah governance, financial instruments and ethical investment strategies.

Mufti Muhammad Abdullah Usmani emphasized that Islamic contracts are based on mutual consent, transparency and justice.

Dr Sultan Habib Ullah Director Research said that participants would gain the skills necessary to contribute effectively to the Islamic banking and finance sector.

Director Institute of Agriculture and Resource Economic Dr Asghar Ali Director that strengthening Islamic financial literacy is essential for building a just and equitable economic framework in Pakistan.

Moazzam Saeed, General Manager, Meezan Bank Ltd said that Pakistan has immense potential to strengthen its Islamic capital market through strategic reforms and investor confidence.

Dr Sahar Munir, Focal Person, Center of Islamic Finance-IBMS, UAF gave an overview of the center and highlighted the key activities carried out by the center.