Common Law Good for Islamic Finance

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.