Algiers: The 19th edition of the IsDB Global Forum on Islamic Finance is set to take place in Algiers, Algeria, on 20 May 2025, alongside the IsDB Group Annual Meetings. The forum will bring together an array of thought leaders, policymakers, financial experts, and other stakeholders in the Islamic finance industry to discuss innovative tools for fostering sustainable development.
According to African Press Organization, the theme for this year’s forum is “Digital Transformation and Financial Inclusion in Islamic Finance.” It is jointly organized by the IsDB Institute, Kuala Lumpur Center of Excellence, Resilience and Climate Action Department, and Treasury Department. As part of the forum, two groundbreaking reports will be unveiled. The first report, titled “Islamic Finance in Central Asia,” has been developed in partnership with the Eurasian Development Bank. The second report, “Islamic Microfinance Toolkit,” is a collaborative effort with the IsDB Global Practice and Partnerships Directorate.
The IsDB G
lobal Forum on Islamic Finance, initiated in 2006, is a high-level forum that serves as a platform for strategic policy dialogue on knowledge and innovation in Islamic finance and development. More information about the 2025 forum is available on the IsDB Group Annual Meetings website.