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Retakaful pool framework for Takaful operators in Malaysia: Experts' opinions

Htay, Sheila Nu Nu and Hamat, Mustapha and Wan Ismail, Wan Zambri and Salman, Syed Ahmed (2014) Retakaful pool framework for Takaful operators in Malaysia: Experts' opinions. Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, 7 (21). pp. 4530-4534. ISSN 2040-7459 E-ISSN 2040-7467

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Abstract

alaysia is trying to position itself as a hub of Islamic finance and the government is promoting the Islamic finance industry. Takaful industry is rapidly increasing however, Retakaful industry is not catching up with the dynamic and complex needs of Takaful industry. In addition, the existence of the limited number of Retakaful operators causes Takaful operators not much bargaining power in negotiating the Retakaful agreement and Takaful operators have no option except to follow the requirements set by Retakaful operators. Thus, this study intends to propose framework for Retakaful pool mechanism by seeking the opinions of experts in Malaysia. By introducing Retakaful pool among the Takaful operators, it will create mutual and friendly business environment among them and reduce dependency on Retakaful operators. In addition, the experts believe that Retakaful pool will bring more benefit to the Takaful operators, compared to the traditional Retakaful method, i.e., engaging with Retakaful operators

Item Type: Article (Journal)
Additional Information: 6177/31789
Uncontrolled Keywords: Malaysia; Pool; Retakaful; Takaful
Subjects: H Social Sciences > HG Finance > HG4001 Financial management. Business finance. Corporation finance.
H Social Sciences > HG Finance > HG8011 Insurance
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): Institute of Islamic Banking & Finance (IIiBF)
Depositing User: Nur' Aini Abu Bakar
Date Deposited: 18 Sep 2017 11:40
Last Modified: 18 Sep 2017 11:40
URI: http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/31789

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