Indonesia’s 13th Sharia Economic Festival opened on October 14, 2026, in Jakarta with more than 1,000 halal industry participants and over 100 activities focused on accelerating sustainable Islamic economic growth through synergy and digital transformation.

Ranked fourth globally in the State of the Global Islamic Economy Report, Indonesia saw its halal value chain grow 5.5 percent year-on-year, against projected global Muslim consumer spending of $3.56 trillion by 2029, yet smaller firms still face barriers in turning market access into completed exports and jobs.

Bank Indonesia launched a code of conduct for Islamic financial markets, an updated zakat principles index, and a scholarship program, while the festival’s lasting impact will depend on post-event support for certification, financing, logistics, and capacity-building beyond exhibition deals.

Indonesia’s 13th Indonesia Sharia Economic Festival (ISEF) officially opened on October 14, 2026, at the Jakarta International Convention Center, bringing together more than 1.000 halal industry players through over 100 activities scheduled until October 18. Yet the significance of this annual gathering extends beyond its scale. The more important question is whether Indonesia can turn the growing global demand for Islamic economic products into lasting prosperity for its........

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