Islamic banks eye Australia

Updated June 29, 2009 11:42:38

Middle Eastern Islamic finance is looking for a home in Australia.

A delegation from the the United Arab Emirates has been exploring opportunities during its first Islamic Financial services mission to Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra. The Dubai-based bankers are also interested in commodities like agriculture and mining.

Presenter: Karon Snowdon
Speakers: Ebrahim Al Shamsi, the Chief Executive of the Emirates Islamic Bank; David Rutledge, CEO Dubai Multi Commodities Centre

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