ZAWYA-PRESSR: Ajman Bank participates in GTR MENA 2026

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Ajman Bank participated in GTR MENA 2026, held on 10–11 February at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai, joining senior decision-makers from banks, financial institutions, corporates, and government entities across the trade, export, and infrastructure finance ecosystem.GTR MENA is recognized as a key regional platform for dialogue on trade finance, bringing together market participants to discuss global trade flows, risk management, regulatory developments, and the evolving role of financial institutions in supporting cross-border commerce.Ajman Bank’s participation reflects its continued engagement with industry platforms that foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and best practice across trade and structured finance markets. Through its presence at the conference, the Bank engaged with peers and partners on market developments, emerging opportunities, and the role of Sharia-compliant banking solutions in supporting trade and economic activity across the region.As part of the conference agenda, Dr. Fazal Rahim Abdul, Head of Internal Sharia Control & ISSC Secretary at Ajman Bank, participated in a panel discussion examining how innovation is expanding the reach of Islamic trade finance. The session explored the projected growth of the GCC trade finance market — currently valued at US$185 billion and expected to reach US$290 billion by 2030 — with particular focus on the accelerating expansion of Sharia-compliant financing across cross-border corridors including Southeast Asia and Africa.The discussion addressed evolving compliance frameworks, advancements in KYC and sanctions monitoring, the growing role of non-bank financiers in supporting corporates and SMEs, and the increasing alignment between Islamic finance principles and sustainability objectives in the development of green trade finance solutions. The panel also considered how artificial intelligence and advanced analytics can enhance risk assessment, governance standards and financial inclusion within Islamic finance ecosystems.Ashish Madan, Head of Global Transaction Banking said: “Islamic trade finance continues to evolve as a structured and resilient financing model. Innovation, when aligned with Sharia governance and disciplined risk frameworks, strengthens transparency, enhances cross-border efficiency and supports sustainable economic activity. As market corridors expand, institutions must balance growth with governance to preserve trust and long-term stability”.Ajman Bank continues to build its presence within regional and international financial markets through active participation in leading industry forums, reinforcing its commitment to disciplined growth, strong governance, and long-term value creation.About Ajman BankEstablished in 2007, Ajman Bank PJSC is the first Islamic bank incorporated in the Emirate of Ajman. Headquartered in Ajman, United Arab Emirates, the bank officially commenced operations in 2009 and is listed on the Dubai Financial Market. Ajman Bank is a key pillar in the emirate’s economic development strategy and is strongly supported by the Government of AjmanAjman Bank offers a comprehensive range of Shari’ah-compliant banking, financing, and investment services to individuals, businesses, and government entities. Its operations span across Consumer Banking, Corporate Banking, Investment Banking, and Treasury segments.Send us your press releases to pressrelease.zawya@lseg.comDisclaimer: The contents of this press release was provided from an external third party provider. This website is not responsible for, and does not control, such external content. This content is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis and has not been edited in any way. Neither this website nor our affiliates guarantee the accuracy of or endorse the views or opinions expressed in this press release.The press release is provided for informational purposes only. The content does not provide tax, legal or investment advice or opinion regarding the suitability, value or profitability of any particular security, portfolio or investment strategy. Neither this website nor our affiliates shall be liable for any errors or inaccuracies in the content, or for any actions taken by you in reliance thereon. You expressly agree that your use of the information within this article is at your sole risk.To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, this website, its parent company, its subsidiaries, its affiliates and the respective shareholders, directors, officers, employees, agents, advertisers, content providers and licensors will not be liable (jointly or severally) to you for any direct, indirect, consequential, special, incidental, punitive or exemplary damages, including without limitation, lost profits, lost savings and lost revenues, whether in negligence, tort, contract or any other theory of liability, even if the parties have been advised of the possibility or could have foreseen any such damages.