KPCCI to constitute Islamic banking body

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KPCCI) have announced to constitute an Islamic banking standing committee. The announcement was made by KPCCI president, Faud Ishaq while speaking at a seminar on 'Islamic banking and Takaful'. Faud Ishaq said the proposed committee will play vital role for provision interest-free banking facilities to business community as per Islamic code and sharia. He urged the Central bank to take measures for promotion of Islamic banking in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. KPCCI chief expressed satisfaction over 30 to 40 per cent growth in Islamic Banking by State Bank of Pakistan during last six years across the country.