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The International Journal of Shariah in Economics and Governance (IJSEG) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal published by the Department of Shariah, Economics and Governance, Academy of Islamic Studies, Universiti Malaya. Established in 2026, the journal serves as a platform for the dissemination of high-quality, original research that advances knowledge and promotes scholarly dialogue on contemporary issues within the fields of Shariah, economics, governance, and related interdisciplinary disciplines.

IJSEG welcomes original research articles, review papers, conceptual studies, and case studies that contribute to the development of theory, policy, and practice from both Islamic and interdisciplinary perspectives. The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence through a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, adherence to international publication ethics, and editorial best practices.

The journal publishes contributions in areas including, but not limited to:

  • Shariah and Islamic Law
  • Islamic Economics and Finance
  • Governance and Public Policy
  • Halal Governance and Industry
  • Islamic Business and Management
  • Sustainable Development and ESG from Islamic Perspectives
  • Islamic Political Economy
  • Islamic Leadership, Ethics and Integrity
  • Islamic Social Finance
  • Waqf, Zakat and Philanthropy
  • Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence in Islamic Governance
  • Contemporary Issues in Muslim Societies

IJSEG is published twice yearly, in June and December, and provides immediate open access to all published content, supporting the global exchange of knowledge without subscription barriers. The Editorial Board welcomes submissions from scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers worldwide and is committed to fostering impactful research that addresses contemporary challenges while contributing to sustainable and ethical development in accordance with Islamic principles.

We invite authors to submit their manuscripts and become part of a growing international scholarly community dedicated to advancing excellence in Shariah, economics, and governance research.