(Sukuk.net - Khaleej Times) A forum at next month's Halal World Expo is throwing the spotlight on the billion dollar Islamic finance sector in a move which will be of great interest to UAE businesses and potential investors.

The GCC's event dedicated to the global Halal industry, which takes place from November 11-13 2008 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, organised by IIR Middle East, is set to feature three seminars on Shariah compliant banking and financial services, says a press release.

Abrar Mir, Managing Partner of NBD Capital in the UAE, will speak on day one of the event to discuss 'Raising awareness about Islamic banking and finance among the public as well as in the industry'.

His presentation will touch on subjects such as the growth of Islamic finance, how it can benefit Islamic industries and add value to businesses, plu its role in the halal industry.

Emad El Sahhar, Chief Operating Officer of RAK Bank in Dubai, will discuss 'Restructuring The Consumer Lending Market'.

This will cover issues such as the need to restructure the consumer lending market, values in Islamic banking and a money and values analysis, said the release.
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