Advancing nature and biodiversity financing in the MENA region: The role of Islamic financing

Tasniem Ahmed Elyass Hussain*, Damilola S. Olawuyi

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

The aim of this chapter is to evaluate the potential role of Islamic finance as a tool for bridging the gap in current biodiversity financing in the MENA region. It examines the legal and institutional challenges to Islamic biodiversity financing in the MENA region and proffers recommendations on how to address them. This chapter examines the legal framework for advancing Islamic financing for biodiversity in the MENA region. It clarifies the role of Islamic financing approaches in addressing the resources gap, the legal barriers to its effective implementation across the MENA region, and recommendations on how to address such gaps.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBiodiversity and Nature Conservation Law and Policy in the Middle East and North Africa Region
PublisherCambridge University Press
Pages206-226
Number of pages21
ISBN (Electronic)9781009519663
ISBN (Print)9781009519670
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 13 Feb 2025

Keywords

  • Biodiversity
  • Green sukuk
  • Islamic finance
  • Sustainability

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