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We were honored to host two distinguished professors, Prof. Habib Ahmad from Durham University, UK, and Prof. Mansor Ibrahim from INCEIF, Malaysia, for a series of insightful workshops and discussions from June 1-3, 2024.

Prof. Habib Ahmad conducted two highly engaging workshops. The first workshop, titled "Fintech Regulations: Framework and Practices," provided an in-depth analysis of the evolving regulatory landscape in financial technology, with a special focus on Islamic finance. His second workshop, "Research in Islamic Economics and Finance: Opportunities and Future Directions," explored emerging trends and potential research areas that are crucial for advancing the field.

Prof. Mansor Ibrahim also delivered two exceptional workshops. The first, focusing on "Econometrics in Islamic Finance Researches," offered valuable insights into the application of econometric methods in Islamic finance studies, enhancing the analytical rigor of research in this domain. His second workshop, titled "Islamic Finance Research: Future Research Directions," highlighted key areas for future exploration, guiding researchers on how to align their work with the evolving needs of the Islamic finance industry.

In addition to the workshops, we had the privilege of engaging in discussions with both professors on several critical issues related to the syllabus of our BA program in Islamic Finance. These discussions were instrumental in refining our curriculum to better align with the latest developments in the field, ensuring our students receive education that is both contemporary and relevant.

The visit by these esteemed professors was a significant event for our research group and academic community, providing both faculty and students with fresh perspectives and valuable knowledge. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Prof. Habib Ahmad and Prof. Mansor Ibrahim in the future.​