9th World Islamic Economics & Finance Conference 2026 (WIEFC 2026)
Organized by
Minhaj University Lahore, Pakistan
24th and 25th January 2026
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"Envisioning the Next Frontier in Islamic Economics & Finance: AI Transformation and Geopolitical Realignments"
Call for Papers
The global landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, shaped by
accelerating advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), intensifying
geopolitical realignments, and a resurgence of protectionist trade
policies. These shifts are redefining economic priorities, financial
systems, and governance structures worldwide. In this evolving context,
Islamic economics and finance stand at a pivotal frontier—where
visionary thinking and strategic adaptation are urgently needed. As
Muslim-majority countries navigate these external disruptions alongside
internal socio-economic challenges, the imperative grows to reimagine
Islamic financial systems that are technologically agile, geopolitically
aware, and ethically anchored. This conference theme invites scholars,
policymakers, and practitioners to explore how Islamic economics and
finance can harness AI innovations, respond to geopolitical shifts, and
foster resilient, inclusive, and value-driven frameworks that advance
shared prosperity across the Islamic world and beyond.
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
Note: Selected Papers will be published in the Following places
• As chapters in an Edited Book by Taylor & Francis (Scopus)
• International Journal of Islamic Economics & Governance, IJIEG (HEC-Y Categor)
LANGUAGE:
Authors are encouraged to submit their manuscripts in English and Urdu in MS Word only.
PUBLICATION:
Selected Papers will be published in the Following places
• As chapters in an Edited Book by Taylor & Francis (Scopus)
• International Journal of Islamic Economics & Governance, IJIEG (HEC-Y Categor)
SUBMISSION FORMAT / TEMPLATE
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IMPORTANT DATES
Last date for submission of abstracts: 30-Aug-2025
Acceptance of abstracts: 15-Sep-2025
Last date for submission of full papers: 10-Nov-2025
Acceptance of full papers: 25-Nov-2025
Last date for registration of presenters: 30-Dec-2025
Conference dates: 31 Jan-01 Feb-2026
Early Bird Registration Date for Non-Presenters: 10-Jan-2026
REGISTRATION AND SUBMISSION
Please ensure your submission meets the WIEFC 2025 strict guidelines for accepting scholarly Papers. Submit your abstracts and full papers online.
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FOR FURTHER DETAILS:
Mr. Qasim Ali Shah
+92 310 2284477
qasim.dyreg@mul.edu.pk
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+92 336 5685353
talha.ra@mul.edu.pk
