5th International Conference on Sustainable Islamic Business and Finance

Theme: Islamic Finance and the Digital Economy – Navigating the Intersection of Technology, Ethics, and Sustainability

Now in its fifth edition, the International Conference on Sustainable Islamic Business and Finance continues to serve as a leading platform for advancing dialogue on the future of Islamic finance and responsible business practices. Each year, the conference adopts a forward-looking theme that reflects emerging global trends and challenges.

This year, we turn our focus to one of the most transformative forces in the financial sector: digitalization. Under the theme “Islamic Finance and the Digital Economy: Navigating the Intersection of Technology, Ethics, and Sustainability,” we explore how technological innovation can be harnessed to enhance the reach, impact, and ethical foundations of Islamic finance.

This theme is both timely and vital. It captures the growing importance of financial technologies—such as blockchain, fintech, artificial intelligence, and digital currencies—in reshaping how Islamic financial institutions operate, serve clients, and contribute to sustainable development. It also reaffirms our commitment to promoting financial systems that are not only efficient but also values-driven, inclusive, and environmentally responsible.

Strategic Collaboration

We are proud to collaborate with the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI)– a Bahrain-based, internationally recognized body responsible for developing and issuing standards for the Islamic finance industry. AAOIFI will provide strategic input into the conference agenda, ensuring alignment with global best practices.

Target Audience

The conference is designed for a wide range of stakeholders, including:

• Academics and researchers in Islamic finance, sustainability, and financial innovation.
• Financial professionals from Islamic banks, investment firms, fintech startups, and asset managers.
• Entrepreneurs and business leaders integrating sustainability into their business models.
• Policymakers and regulators shaping the future of Islamic finance and sustainable development.
• NGOs and development organizations working on poverty reduction, climate action, and ESG-aligned goals.

Conference Objectives

The 5th International Conference on Sustainable Islamic Business and Finance aims to:

• Explore the role of digital innovation in promoting ethical and sustainable finance.
• Equip participants with insights and strategies aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Contribute to shaping the future roadmap of Islamic finance in a digital age.