The trading platform IMEX aims to go live and obtain the Qatar Financial Center Regulatory Authority approval by the end of this year.
The regulatory framework for this exchange is currently being developed by the Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority (QFCRA).
“What makes this exchange unique are its plans to launch new LNG contracts, Sharia’a compliant products and mini-contracts, provided the necessary governmental and regulatory approvals are obtained,” says Esam Janahi, Chairman of International Mercantile Exchange Holdings.