On October 16, 2026, Burapha University International College (BUUIC), as a proud co-host alongside Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), continued the 4th International Conference on Islamic and Halal Economic Studies (ICIHES 2026) at Burapha University Hotel Operations (TaoTong Hotel), Chonburi, Thailand.
International researchers and scholars explored emerging challenges and opportunities shaping the Halal economy through three key research themes:
Halal Governance, Islamic Finance and Literacy, strengthening ethical standards, financial inclusion, and consumer confidence.
Halal Applications, Consumer Markets and Institutional Development, exploring consumer behavior, Halal supply chains, emerging technologies, and sustainable business innovation.
Current Issues in Islamic and Halal Studies, addressing Islamic social finance, digital markets, Halal human capital, and evolving industry practices.
A strategic meeting between the management teams of BUUIC and UKM provided an opportunity to explore future academic cooperation, joint research, and institutional collaboration.
CONNECTING GLOBAL KNOWLEDGE WITH THAI CULTURAL HERITAGE
The conference also celebrated Thailand’s local wisdom through an interactive Thai Herbal Compress Ball Workshop, followed by cultural and community activities in Bangsaen, connecting international participants with Thai traditions, local identity, and community experiences.
