Hakeem Participates in ICIB–2025 Pre-Conference Workshop on Ethical Digital Finance
“Transforming Pakistan’s Economic System: A Shariah-Compliant Approach to Digitalization and Ethical Governance”
Team Hakeem was honored to participate in the prestigious pre-conference workshop of ICIB–2025, an event designed to catalyze meaningful change in Pakistan’s financial landscape through Islamic ethical governance and digital innovation.
Workshop Objective
Key Themes Explored
- Transitioning the Financial System
Lessons from Faysal Bank’s conversion and the broader shift from conventional to Islamic banking, including operational and compliance challenges. - Islamic Ethical Governance for Financial Systems
Principles to ensure Shariah compliance during digital transformation and governance models for balancing innovation with justice and profitability (Value-Based Intermediation). - Digitalization in Islamic Finance and Capital Markets
The role of Islamic social finance in driving equity and inclusion; use of digital tools for crowdfunding, Takaful, and access to finance for SMEs and underserved communities.
Target Audience
The workshop brought together a diverse mix of:
- Financial policymakers and regulators
- Islamic banking and Shariah advisory professionals
- Researchers, academicians, and students in Islamic finance and digital transformation
Proposed Outcomes
- Development of actionable strategies to advance a Shariah-compliant digital financial system
- Fostering cross-sector collaboration among stakeholders
- Identification of key policies and technologies to support efficiency, innovation, and inclusion
Hakeem’s Participation
Representing our values-driven approach to fintech, Team Hakeem actively engaged with industry leaders, scholars, and regulators to contribute to the broader conversation on ethical financial transformation. Each of our team members received a certificate of participation, reflecting their commitment to learning and ethical innovation.
This experience reinforced Hakeem’s mission to deliver digital financial solutions rooted in justice, inclusion, and Shariah principles. We remain inspired and aligned with the national vision of building a more equitable financial future.
Hakeem at ICIB – 2025: Advancing Ethical and Inclusive Finance in the Digital Age
Hakeem participated in the 7th International Conference on Islamic Business (ICIB–2025), Islamabad, from April 22–23, 2025.
Organized in collaboration with the Centre for Excellence in Islamic Finance (CEIF) at IMSciences, Sakarya University (Turkey), and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), this year’s conference brought together over 800 delegates – including policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, and academic leaders from around the globe.
Thought Leadership at the Forefront
Mr. Noshad Minhas, CEO and Co-Founder, delivered a keynote speech on “The Role of Islamic Fintechs in Advancing Digital Equity for Marginalized Communities,” offering a compelling view of how fintech can serve as a bridge to financial inclusion.
Dr. Rashid Mansoor, Head of Shariah, presented on “Revolutionizing Islamic Social Finance Through Fintech,” highlighting how technology can uplift communities through ethical and socially-driven financial tools.
Mufti Usama Ehsan, Member of Hakeem’s Shariah Board, addressed “Fatwa Automation: Balancing AI and Human Jurisprudence in Islamic Finance,” exploring the thoughtful integration of artificial intelligence with Shariah-compliant governance.
Deepening Partnerships, Strengthening Purpose
Engagements with representatives from SECP, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), AAOIFI, IBA CEIF, and several global institutions reaffirmed the importance of collaboration in shaping policy, technology, and customer experience frameworks that serve both ethical standards and modern needs.
This event also reinforced a critical insight: the future of Islamic finance is not just digital – it is deeply human-centered. As we continue to grow, Hakeem remains committed to crafting financial solutions that build trust, transparency, and dignity into every client interaction.
Moving Forward with Impact
We extend our sincere thanks to the organizing partners and all those who visited, connected, and contributed to the dialogue. Platforms like ICIB–2025 reaffirm our belief that the convergence of Islamic values and fintech innovation can unlock transformative change – for individuals, families, and entire communities.
Together, we’re reimagining finance – for good.