Education and Training
The Center will be instrumental in developing Afghanistan’s human capital in Islamic finance by providing extensive training and capacity-building initiatives.
Address critical knowledge gaps and equip professionals with expertise in Shariah compliance, interest-free financial instruments and products, corporate governance, and risk management.
Offer specialized programs covering key areas of banking and financial sector education, including Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures, treasury operations, financial reporting standards, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF), credit risk management, trade finance, digital banking, and financial technology (FinTech) applications
Professional certifications, seminars, and academic partnerships.
Public awareness campaigns will help to improve understanding and acceptance of Islamic financial ideas, hence building confidence among stakeholders and communities.
Research and Development
The ACEIF will promote innovation through specific research on Shariah-compliant financial products and procedures.
Develop unique financial solutions that address Afghanistan’s socio-economic requirements, enhance sustainability, and connect local practices with global standards.
Collaboration with financial and academic institutions will ensure the continuous advancement of Islamic financial technologies and methodologies.
The Center will conduct research projects to effectively diagnose the needs, challenges and potentials withing the financial ecosystem.
Offer direct international research and technical assistance, which research institutions such as the Research Center for Islamic Finance and Contemporary Issues (RCIBCI) have started to require.
Global Partnerships
The CEIF is envisioned to serve as a bridge between Afghanistan and the global Islamic finance sector
Promote collaborations with prominent international entities, such as the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI)
Knowledge transfer, technical support, and capacity-building activities will assist Afghanistan to stand as a major participant in international Islamic banking markets
Attract investments from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and Southeast Asia, leveraging Afghanistan’s strategic location to strengthen trade and financial ties.
Maximize funds, employ best practices, and accelerate the adoption of Shariah-compliant financial services throughout the country.