SLIBFI Conference

After a tumultuous year with challenges that were unprecedented both in scale as well as in form, Sri Lanka seems well on its way to recovery. The Stock market, often a barometer for the state of the Economy, has set new records reaching an all-time high. The flurry of activity in the Capital Markets will have a ripple effect on the Islamic Banking and Finance (IBF) markets, with Sukuk expected to feature prominently in 2025. In the banking sector, several players that were quite passive in the past, have been rejuvenated and revived their efforts with a zeal that augurs well for the future of the industry. The fact that large state institutions are becoming more prominent is especially encouraging and would provide further impetus to an industry that has been buoyed by their visibly active presence.

The agenda for the day will encompass a wide array of topics of relevance in today’s context. Islamic Capital Markets, which Sukuk play an integral role of, will be just one of the topics that would feature at the 17th edition of SLIBFI. Other areas would include the Regulatory framework, Risk and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, and Examination of Global trends in IBF, a subject that is especially relevant in a year that Islamic Finance, globally, celebrates its 50th Anniversary.