Aims and Scopes

The publication aspires to advance interdisciplinary scholarship in Syariah and law, encourage evidence-based research, and foster knowledge exchange among postgraduate students, academicians, practitioners, and policymakers. It provides a reputable academic avenue for disseminating innovative ideas, legal analyses, empirical findings, and theoretical advancements relevant to Malaysia Madani’s aspirations, Islamic legal heritage, and global legal challenges.

Specific Aims

The INPAC Conference Proceedings aim to:

1 Provide a recognised academic platform for the publication of high-quality papers presented at INPAC in the fields of Syariah, law, and Islamic studies.
2 Strengthen scholarly dialogue that integrates traditional Islamic principles with contemporary legal, technological, social, and economic developments.
3 Promote Malaysia Madani–aligned research that advances principles of governance, justice, ethics, and societal well-being.
4 Encourage multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, postgraduate students, academics, and professionals at national and international levels.
5 Disseminate innovative and solution-oriented research responding to emerging global challenges, including digital transformation, cybersecurity, financial technology, and developments in Islamic jurisprudence.
Areas of Interest

Research areas include, but are not limited to:

Syariah and Legal Studies
  • Islamic jurisprudence (Usul al-Fiqh), fiqh, and legal theory
  • Islamic criminal law and contemporary crime issues
  • Islamic family law and community well-being
  • Islamic economic law, finance, zakat, waqf, and governance
  • Comparative law: Syariah and civil law interactions
  • Constitutional and administrative law in Muslim contexts
  • International, humanitarian, and diplomatic law
Digital, Technology, and Malaysia Madani–Related Themes
  • Digital evidence, cyber law, and forensic technology
  • AI, blockchain, fintech, and emerging technologies in Islamic law
  • Data governance, ethics, and digital regulatory frameworks
  • Legal and policy innovation aligned with Malaysia Madani principles
Society, Ethics, and Contemporary Issues
  • Islamic thought, ethics, and civilisational studies
  • Social justice, human rights, and community resilience
  • Halal law, consumer protection, and market regulation
  • Environmental law and sustainable development in Islamic perspectives