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The Malaysian stock exchange needs to step up its game, Tajuddin Atan, chief executive, tells FinanceAsia.

Private equity firm Navis talks to FinanceAsia about Jokowi's cleanup in Indonesia, Asean integration and taper tantrums.

Non-Muslim nations are issuing maiden sharia-compliant products. This year, Hong Kong, South Africa and the UK have been added to that list.

The special administrative region launches its first Islamic bond, pricing the AAA-rated sukuk at the tightest levels ever seen from any Asia ex-Japan issuer.

Hong Kong is embarking on a global roadshow to market its first shariah-compliant bond, finally securing its place as a global hub for Islamic finance.

Poor understanding of the sector and a lack of transparent regulations are holding back growth, industry CEOs say.

Central bankers in Malaysia and Hong Kong have been discussing ways to develop Islamic finance products and help grow the industry.

Taxation is one of the critical areas that can hinder the progress of Islamic finance and this needs to change, says Malaysia’s RAM Ratings.