Common Law Good for Islamic Finance

August 1, 201327m 44s

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Richard Thomas, Chief Representative of Gatehouse Bank plc on the breakfast grille today.

Gatehouse Bank PLC is a fully Shariah compliant, London-based wholesale investment bank which commenced operations in Malaysia this year via a representative office.

Richard Thomas discusses:

- their findings in Asia so far

- whether real estate will be their focus in the region

- the licencing process in Malaysia compared to other parts of the world

- synergies between Malaysia and London

- his position in the business (from Chairman to CEO to Chief Representative)

- being a non-muslim

- growth in the industry

- depth of knowledge and talent

- introduction of sukuk tax legislation in non-Muslim countries

- conventional banks that also provide Islamic financing

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