Digitalising Maqasid al-Shariah: Islamic Finance for the Next Era

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SIDE EVENT BY: LABUAN IBFC AND KENANGA INVESTMENT BANK BHD

Digitalising Maqasid al-Shariah: Islamic Finance for the Next Era

In conjunction with the 8th Annual Global Islamic Finance Forum, Labuan IBFC together with Kenanga Investment Bank will host an exclusive post-forum titled “Digitalising Maqasid al-Shariah: Islamic Finance for the Next Era” on 15 October 2025 at Sasana Kijang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

As the world embraces Economy 4.0, the intersection of digital innovation and Shariah-aligned finance presents unprecedented opportunities for growth, inclusivity, and ethical wealth creation. This high-level engagement will explore the transformative potential of tokenisation, digital assets, and Islamic digital finance, while positioning Malaysia, through Labuan IBFC, as a pioneering hub in this new era.

Key highlights include exploring tokenisation and digital assets — from Sukuk 4.0 unlocking global liquidity to AI Sukuk emerging as a new alternative asset class, alongside smart contracts enhancing zakat and waqf transparency. The programme will also introduce Climate Sukuk within the wider green and sustainable finance agenda, integrating Maqasid al-Shariah into climate initiatives and tokenising carbon and biodiversity credits. In addition, discussions on AI, digital platforms, and impact investing will highlight machine learning for Shariah-compliant portfolios, expanding SME access, and embedding measurable ESG and SDG outcomes.

Aligned with this vision, the programme will also showcase Kenanga Investment Bank’s strategic fintech initiatives, particularly under Project Juara, which underscores the institution’s role in shaping Malaysia’s digital finance future.

As part of this milestone event, there will also be a signing ceremony between Labuan IBFC Inc. and the Association of Shariah Advisers in Islamic Finance Malaysia (ASAS) — a collaboration aimed at strengthening Shariah governance, Shariah talent, and fostering greater innovation in Islamic finance.

Bringing together policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, scholars, and technology leaders, this post-forum creates a forward-looking platform to shape the future of Shariah-compliant digital finance ecosystems.

Join us to gain fresh insights, strategies, and innovations designed to help investors, families, and businesses preserve, grow, and transition wealth with confidence — all through Malaysia and Labuan IBFC’s unique value propositions.

Who Should Attend:

This programme is specially curated for Islamic finance leaders, policy makers & regulators, asset managers, fintech innovators, Shariah scholars, and ESG-focused investors seeking to shape the future of Shariah-compliant digital finance.

Who Should Attend:

Seats are on a first-come, first-served basis. For further inquiries, please contact us at [email protected].

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Sasana Kijang, Bank Negara Malaysia, 2 Jalan Dato Onn, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia