2021-12-02

Risk Management Framework for Shari’ah Compliant Banking

The regulatory authority issued this framework to mandate comprehensive risk management protocols for Shari’ah-compliant banking institutions, requiring systematic identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial, operational, and Shari’ah-specific risks. It establishes binding governance structures that enforce continuous compliance monitoring and standardized reporting across all banking activities. Institutions must align their risk appetite, internal controls, and audit mechanisms with Islamic financial principles to maintain regulatory approval and market stability.

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