Deputy Governor Of DKI: Thanks To Vice President Ma'ruf Amin, Sharia Economics Advances Fast

JAKARTA - Deputy Governor of DKI Jakarta Ahmad Riza Patria said the Islamic economy in the country has developed rapidly since Ma'ruf Amin became Vice President.

"Since he (Ma'ruf Amin) became the vice president, the sharia economy has developed rapidly," said Riza Patria at the inauguration of the DKI Jakarta Pondok Karya Development Micro Waqf Bank (BWM PKP), reported by Antara, Thursday, March 24.

Riza Patria said Vice President Ma'ruf Amin is not only an expert on religion but also an expert on education and economics, especially sharia economics.

He emphasized that Vice President Ma'ruf Amin's dedication to the nation, especially the development of the sharia economy, must be appreciated and set an example.

"He is a cleric who is also an umaro who should be an example for all of us. If a cleric becomes an umaro, there is no prolonged conflict, it is cool, peaceful," he praised.

Riza Patria said that at the age of 79 years, Vice President Ma'ruf Amin looks healthy and continues to be enthusiastic. He invited all parties to imitate the spirit of the Vice President.

The government is currently trying to develop the Islamic finance ecosystem in the country. One of the efforts made is to encourage the emergence of Micro Waqf Banks in Islamic boarding schools throughout the country.

Riza Patria said the presence of the Micro Waqf Bank in Islamic boarding schools is very helpful for small communities who do not yet have access to formal financial institutions.