Global Islamic Finance and UN SDGs Taskforce - Key Outputs Report

Year Published

2023

Contributing Organizations

Islamic Finance Council (UKIFC)

Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)

HM Government

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG)

Global Ethical Finance Initiative (GEFI)

Type of Resource

Research/Insights Report

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Islamic Finance

Topic 2

Climate Finance Ecosystem

Target Audience

Financial Services Providers

Project Developers

Advisors & Consultants

Banks

MDBs/DFIs

Relevant Geography

Global

Resource Description

This report summarizes a three-year initiative exploring how Islamic finance can support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with outputs from four working groups on education, disclosures, green Sukuk, and country-level engagement.

Why This Matters

Islamic finance offers values-based approaches that can advance sustainable development. Greater integration of sustainability in this sector can strengthen its global relevance and unlock new opportunities for impact.

Key Insights

Demonstrates strong alignment between Islamic finance principles and SDGs
Highlights the role of Islamic finance in supporting sustainable banking, investment, and product innovation
Showcases successful collaboration between regulators, financial institutions, and international partners
Presents tools, training, and guidance to support Islamic finance actors in integrating sustainability
Recommends further efforts to build capacity, harmonize standards, and expand awareness

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