Islam resumes its march

Article Abstract:

Islamic fundamentalism is experiencing a revival in the Middle East and North Africa, as citizens have grown impatient with the failures of public leaders and other problems. Fundamentalists have experienced only limited success, as many Middle Eastern governments fight to keep them under control.

Northern Africa, Africa, North

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Islam's interest: Pakistan

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Pakistan's banking system is threatened by the decision of the nation's Federal Shariat Court that all financial laws that violate the Islamic prohibition against riba (usury) are invalid. The court has given the government a Jun 30, 1992 deadline to amend banking laws.

Laws, regulations and rules, Pakistan, Banking law, Islamic law, Islamic economics

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Living with Islam

Article Abstract:

Many people in the West wrongly associate Islamic fundamentalism with terrorism. This negates the positive aspects and diversity of the Muslim faith. Western countries should develop better relations with Islamic countries by stressing the economic benefits of trade.

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