Amanie Advisors in collaboration with the Capital Market Authority will be organizing a seminar on “Sukuk: From Niche To Mainstream” on Thursday, 8^th May 2014 from 8.30am to 12.30pm at the Businessmen Hall, Capital Market Authority Building, Ruwi.

 The seminar aims to provide a high level of understanding on the rapid growth of the global Islamic capital market and Sukuk market, some Sukuk structures, its impact and role in economic growth and development, and practical case studies.

 The seminar will touch on the following topics:

• Sukuk and Islamic Capital Market: A Global Perspective
• Sukuk vs Conventional Bonds: A GCC Experience
• Practical Considerations for Issuing Sukuk in Oman

 The distinguish speakers include:

• Sheikh Dr. Mohd Daud Bakar – a prominent global Shariah scholar and founder of Amanie Advisors.
• Mr. Lim Say Cheong – EVP & Head of Investment Banking, Al Hilal Bank UAE (owned by the Abu Dhabi Government).
• Mr. Mohsin Shaik – Head of Islamic Finance, Al Madina Investment, Oman.

 As places are limited, interested participants are kindly requested to confirm their participation by sending their full name and organization to icmseminar@cma.gov.om.

Further details are as per the attachment.