Conference Theme:
"Envisioning the Next Frontier in Islamic Economics & Finance: AI Transformation and Geopolitical Realignments"
The 9th World Islamic Economic Forum Conference (WIEFC) 2026 invites scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and students to critically evaluate the evolving trajectory of Islamic Economics and Finance in an era marked by rapid global transformation. As artificial intelligence (AI) accelerates, geopolitical realignments intensify, and protectionist trade policies reshape economic priorities, financial systems, and governance structures, Islamic economics and finance stand at a decisive crossroads. Building upon the insights from previous WIEFC conferences (2018–2025), this year’s theme examines whether current theoretical and practical developments remain authentically aligned with foundational Islamic principles while adapting to modern complexities. The conference will explore how Muslim-majority countries can navigate external disruptions and internal socio-economic challenges by developing Islamic financial systems that are technologically agile, geopolitically aware, and ethically grounded. Key discussions will address the Islamization of national economies, the future of the Islamic finance industry within shifting global frameworks, and the strategic steps required to build resilient, inclusive, and value-driven financial architectures capable of advancing shared prosperity across the Islamic world and beyond. In particular, the conference will address questions and topics such as:
Sub-Themes
- Banking on the Future: Islamic Banking and Fintech Innovations in Global Realignment
- Ethical AI Governance and Maqāṣid Integration in Islamic Economic Systems
- AI and Islamic Macroeconomics: Policy Responses to Geopolitical Realignments
- Sustainable Finance: ESG-AI Convergence in Islamic Financial Instruments
- Adaptive Takaful Models: AI-Enabled Risk Management amid Geopolitical Shifts
- Shaping Islamic Capital Markets with AI Analytics in a Multipolar World
Conference Chair:
Prof. Dr. Hussain Mohi UD Din Qadri
Economist, Islamic Finance Expert, Islamic Scholar, Educationist and Author
Deputy Chairman (BOG), Minhaj University Lahore, Pakistan.
International Speakers:
Prof. Dr. M. Ishaq Bhatti, Australia
Dr. Aishath Muneeza, Malaysia
Prof. Talal Yassine OAM, Australia
Prof. Dr. Ahmet Faruk Aysan, Qatar
Dr. Mohd Fauzi Abu-Hussin, Malaysia
Dr. Rasool Khansari, Iran
Dr. Muhammad Zaki bin Haji Zaini, Brunei Darussalam
Dr. Mughees Shaukat, Bahrain
Dr. Hossein Meisamy, Iran
Dr. Zaheer Anwer, Malaysia
Dr Maya Puspa, Malaysia
Dear Dr. Hazik Mohamed, Singapore
Dr. Mohd Shahid bin Mohd Noh, Malaysia
Dr. Mohd Hairul Azrin Hj Besar, Brunei Darussalam
Dr. Fadillah Mansor, Malaysia
Prof. Dr. Mehmet Babacan, Turkey
Dr. Muhamed Zulkhibri, KSA
Sheikh Mohsin Al Asfoor, Bahrain
Dr. Aminudin Hehsan, Malaysia
Key Features
Panel Discussions & Technical Sessions: 12+
Keynote Speeches: 10+
National & International Guest Speakers: 45+
Paper Presenters: 40+
Physical Attendees: 2000+
Collaborator & Sponsors: 20+
Pre-Conference Seminars & Workshops: 3+
Organized by:
International Center for Research in Islamic Economics (ICRIE)
School of Islamic Economics, Banking & Finance (SIEBF)
For Further Information:
Mr. Qasim Ali Shah
qasim.dyreg@mul.edu.pk
Mr. Talha Yasin
talha.ra@mul.edu.pk
+92 302 3424534
"Envisioning the Next Frontier in Islamic Economics & Finance: AI Transformation and Geopolitical Realignments"
