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Source: The Times of Malta

There are a number of Muslim communities in Europe which require Islamic products and services – ranging from food and financial products to tourism – which Malta could tap, according to Middle East expert Ahmed Al Banna.

Mr Al Banna was the keynote speaker at the launch of the Middle East Business Council (MEBC) – a Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry initiative – at SmartCity Malta.

Speaking to Times of Malta Business, he said that this was a niche that was often overlooked, saying Malta was well positioned to be a bridge between the communities in Europe and the Middle East.

“A few months ago, Dubai announced that it was the capital of the Islamic economy, tackling virgin sectors from industry to halal products, from financial instruments to Islamic tourism. Maltese businessmen could certainly play a role in providing some of these products and services,” he said.

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