HABIGANJ, February 28, (V7N) — Bank Asia PLC organized a significant discussion meeting and Iftar Mahfil focused on the essence and benefits of Islamic Banking today at the Mughal Restaurant and Party Center in Habiganj city. The event, held under the auspices of Islamic Agent Banking, aimed to highlight the bank’s Sharia-compliant financial products and the ethics of modern Islamic banking.

The gathering featured Mr. Shafi Ahmed Tuhin, Bank Asia’s Habiganj District Manager, and Mr. Mohiuddin Ahmed, President of the Madhabpur Press Club, alongside various professionals, agents, Customer Service Officers (CSOs), and bank officials from across the district.

During the session, speakers detailed the operational philosophy of Islamic banking, emphasizing that it is an economic system rooted in justice, transparency, and social responsibility rather than just a financial tool. Key topics included:

Interest-Free Transactions: The moral and economic importance of avoiding usury.

Sharia-Compliant Products: An overview of Bank Asia’s specific Islamic banking services tailored for local customers.

Agent Banking: The vital role of agents in bridging the gap between modern banking and rural communities, ensuring ethical financial inclusion.

"Islamic banking is a complete economic philosophy," the speakers noted, highlighting how the system promotes a more equitable distribution of wealth.

As the sunset approached, a special prayer (munajat) was offered, seeking the prosperity of the nation and divine forgiveness during the holy month of Ramadan. The event concluded with an Iftar gathering, fostering a sense of community among the bank’s stakeholders and the local public.

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