"On this occasion, I would like to emphasize the importance of the role of sharia economy and finance in an inclusive economic recovery," he said at the 19th anniversary commemoration of the Indonesian Sharia Insurance Association (AASI), themed "Harmonization of Nusantara in Advancing Sharia Insurance,” here.
Sharia economy and finance, which are being prioritized in the national economy, are expected to serve as engines that will lead the Indonesian people to achieve development goals that are prosperous and just, Amin added.
For that reason, he said, all the great potential that Indonesia has, such as its population, demand, and the halal lifestyle that is increasingly becoming more practical in Indonesia and various parts of the world, must be used as economic leverage.
"The government also continues to support the development of the national sharia finance industry to make Indonesia the center of the world's sharia finance. This is our joint task to pursue this big goal," he added.
The Vice President said that he has requested that the work programs of the National Committee for Islamic Economy and Finance (KNEKS) be continuously developed and urged all parties to work together and work faster, including for the strengthening and development of the sharia financial services industry products.
The Islamic insurance industry has a great opportunity to strengthen the halal value chain, both through the halal product industry and the sharia finance industry, he noted.
He emphasized that the existence of sharia insurance is essential to push the development of the halal product industry in Indonesia, including for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), so that they can become more competitive both at the national and international levels.
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Translator: Rangga Pandu, Raka Adji
Editor: Rahmad Nasution
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