The Middle East is a global powerhouse for Islamic finance, and has been a force to be reckoned with for the past several decades as it drives forward the development of Shariah compliant provision in its own unique and varied way. From the might of Saudi Arabia to the innovation of Bahrain, the ambition of Dubai to the progression of Oman, across all the many countries that make up this richly diverse region, Islamic finance has blossomed from both cohesion and competition. IFN was delighted to return to the Ritz Carlton DIFC last month to welcome the leaders, creators and innovators from across the industry to dive deep into what Islamic finance means for the Middle East, and what the region can do to drive the future forward.