Islamic Economy Week

Building a Resilient, Ethical and Sustainable Future

One Week. One Ecosystem. One Movement.

Islamic Economy Week 2026 is carefully designed as an integrated ecosystem where every summit, forum, workshop and networking session contributes to a shared mission: advancing ethical economies, sustainable development and civilisational renewal.

Rather than hosting isolated conferences, Islamic Economy Week creates a continuous journey of learning, collaboration, investment and implementation. Participants have the opportunity to engage with government leaders, investors, scholars, entrepreneurs, development organisations and innovators across multiple disciplines throughout the week.

Every programme is built around one objective:

Turning ideas into action, partnerships into institutions, and vision into measurable impact.

At a Glance

Date
20–26 September 2026

Location
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Duration
7 Days

Venues
3 World-Class Venues

Flagship Events
6 International Events

Participants
Governments • Policymakers • Investors • Financial Institutions • Waqf Authorities • Scholars • Entrepreneurs • Universities • Development Organisations • Youth Leaders

The Programme Ecosystem

Islamic Economy Week is organised into six interconnected flagship events, each addressing a critical pillar of sustainable development and the ethical economy.

Islamic World Summit

Theme: Leadership. Policy. Global Cooperation.

The Islamic World Summit convenes heads of government, ministers, ambassadors, international organisations, policymakers and strategic institutions to discuss leadership, governance, diplomacy, economic cooperation and the future of the Muslim world.

Key Topics

• Leadership & Governance

• Strategic Cooperation

• Economic Diplomacy

• Public Policy

• Sustainable Development

• Regional Integration

• Food, Water & Energy Security

• Future of the Muslim World

Islamic Economic Forum

Theme: Investment. Trade. Economic Growth.

The Islamic Economic Forum focuses on building resilient and ethical economies through Islamic finance, trade, entrepreneurship, innovation and investment.

Key Topics

• Islamic Finance

• Halal Economy

• International Trade

• Investment Opportunities

• FinTech & Digital Economy

• SMEs & Entrepreneurship

• Family Businesses

• Sustainable Economic Development

Global Waqf Forum

Theme: Empowering Waqf Transformation.

This forum explores how Waqf can become one of the world's most effective tools for sustainable development through better governance, innovation and institutional excellence.

Key Topics

• Waqf Governance

• Digital Waqf

• Waqf Administration

• Regulatory Frameworks

• Institutional Excellence

• Global Collaboration

• Research & Education

• Future of Waqf

Waqf Economic Forum

Theme: Unlocking Waqf for Inclusive Growth.

The Waqf Economic Forum demonstrates how Waqf can support long-term economic development, social finance and community resilience.

Key Topics

• Waqf Investment

• Sukuk al-Waqf

• Asset Development

• Affordable Housing

• Healthcare

• Education

• Agriculture

• Impact Investment

• ESG & Sustainable Finance

UmmahFlix Creative Festival

Theme: Content. Culture. Creativity.

Celebrating ethical storytelling and the growing Muslim creative economy through film, digital media, AI, gaming and content creation.

Key Topics

• Film Industry

• OTT Platforms

• AI & Creative Technology

• Ethical Storytelling

• Creator Economy

• Animation

• Documentary

• Digital Marketing

• Youth Innovation

Iqra Awards Gala

Theme: Recognising & Inspiring Impact.

A prestigious evening celebrating outstanding individuals and organisations whose work has transformed communities through education, innovation, philanthropy, entrepreneurship and leadership.

Award categories include:

• Leadership Excellence

• Social Impact

• Innovation

• Education

• Waqf Excellence

• Entrepreneurship

• Humanitarian Service

• Media & Creativity

• Lifetime Achievement

Daily Experience

Every day of Islamic Economy Week combines knowledge, networking and implementation through a carefully curated programme.

Morning

09:00 – 10:00
Opening Keynote

10:00 – 11:15
Expert Presentations

11:30 – 13:00
Panel Discussions

Afternoon

14:00 – 15:30
Roundtable Dialogues

15:30 – 17:00
Workshops & Masterclasses

Throughout the Day

• Business Matching (B2B)

• Government Meetings (G2B)

• Investor Meetings

• Exhibition

• Product Demonstrations

• Networking Lounge

• Media Interviews

Evening

• VIP Receptions

• Networking Dinners

• Cultural Programmes

• Partner Events

Beyond the Stage

Islamic Economy Week is designed to create meaningful engagement beyond keynote speeches.

Participants can take part in:

• Executive Roundtables

• Closed-Door Leadership Dialogues

• Investment Pitch Sessions

• Innovation Showcase

• Startup Pavilion

• Research Presentations

• Exhibition Hall

• Business Matching Sessions

• Government Engagement Meetings

• International Partnership Meetings

• Media Engagements

Expected Outcomes

Islamic Economy Week measures success by the impact created after the event.

Expected outcomes include:

• Strategic Partnerships

• Investment Announcements

• Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs)

• Cross-Border Collaborations

• Policy Recommendations

• Institutional Alliances

• Waqf Development Initiatives

• Research Collaborations

• Business Deals

• New Funding Opportunities

• International Working Groups

• Long-Term Implementation Frameworks

Three Venues. One Integrated Experience.

Islamic Economy Week takes place across three complementary venues, each hosting specialised programmes while remaining fully connected through one unified registration and participant experience.

ISTAC International Islamic University Malaysia

Home of the Islamic World Summit, bringing together leaders, policymakers and international institutions for high-level dialogue on governance, diplomacy and strategic cooperation.

MITEC – Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre

The hub for the Islamic Economic Forum, Global Waqf Forum and Waqf Economic Forum, featuring conferences, exhibitions, investment sessions and business networking focused on ethical finance, trade and sustainable development.

Premiera Hotel Kuala Lumpur

A vibrant venue for the UmmahFlix Creative Festival and the prestigious Iqra Awards Gala, celebrating ethical storytelling, creativity, innovation and excellence.

Join the Programme

Whether you are a government representative, investor, entrepreneur, academic, Waqf professional, financial institution, media organisation or young changemaker, Islamic Economy Week offers a unique opportunity to learn, connect and contribute to shaping the future of ethical economies.

Register today and become part of a global movement transforming timeless values into practical solutions for a more just, prosperous and sustainable world.

One Week. One Ecosystem. One Movement.