About the Journal

Introduction

The Journal of Islamic Banking, Economics and Policy (JIBEP) is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal published by Islamic Finance Review (IFR), United Kingdom. JIBEP provides a global platform for advancing research in Islamic finance, economics, banking, and public policy, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, ethics, and responsible financial innovation.

The journal promotes original, high-quality scholarship that bridges theory and practice in Islamic finance while addressing contemporary global challenges such as green finance, ESG integration, financial inclusion, and digital transformation.

JIBEP welcomes both empirical and conceptual studies that contribute to the evolving discourse on Shari‘ah-compliant financial systems, sustainable economic policy, and ethical business models. The journal is indexed with Crossref and the British Library, with ongoing applications for DOAJ, Google Scholar, and Web of Science.

Publication Frequency

Biannual (June and December)

Parallel Title

JIBEP

Areas of Publication

Islamic Finance, Banking, Economics, Public Policy, Sustainability, and ESG Practices

Commitment to Open Access

JIBEP is fully committed to unrestricted open access under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), ensuring free and permanent availability of all published content.

Mission

The mission of JIBEP is to advance global understanding of Islamic finance and sustainable economics through ethical, inclusive, and interdisciplinary research. The journal serves as a bridge between academia, industry, and policy institutions to promote Shari‘ah-aligned solutions for financial stability, equitable growth, and environmental stewardship.

Vision

Our vision is to establish JIBEP as a globally recognized platform that shapes the future of Islamic and ethical finance by integrating sustainability principles, ESG standards, and responsible investment frameworks into economic research and policymaking.

Aims and Objectives

  1. To foster academic dialogue on Islamic finance, economics, and sustainability at the global level.

  2. To promote innovative research addressing climate finance, ESG reporting, and green sukuk development.

  3. To publish theoretical and applied studies on the convergence between Islamic finance principles and global sustainable finance goals.

  4. To support policy-relevant research that advances financial inclusion, social justice, and economic resilience.

  5. To strengthen academic collaboration and cross-sectoral knowledge exchange between researchers, practitioners, and regulators.

Values

  • Upholding integrity, objectivity, and academic excellence.

  • Encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration linking finance, sustainability, and policy.

  • Promoting ethical publishing and research transparency.

  • Supporting open access and equitable knowledge dissemination globally.

  • Aligning research priorities with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Focus

JIBEP’s core focus is to publish contemporary research that deepens understanding of Islamic finance and economics through the lens of sustainability, ESG principles, and Shari‘ah-compliant governance. The journal prioritizes studies that demonstrate practical implications for both Muslim-majority and global markets while fostering equitable, environmentally conscious, and socially responsible financial systems.

Scope

JIBEP covers a broad range of research themes relevant to Islamic banking, finance, economics, and sustainable policy. The journal invites interdisciplinary research exploring the integration of ESG frameworks, ethical investing, green sukuk, and social impact finance with Islamic economic paradigms.

By emphasizing both policy analysis and applied methodologies, JIBEP aims to shape evidence-based debates that contribute to inclusive and responsible global economic development.

Subject Areas

  • Islamic Banking and Finance

  • Islamic Economics and Development Policy

  • Shari‘ah Governance and Compliance

  • Sukuk, Takaful, and Islamic Capital Markets

  • Sustainable and Green Finance

  • ESG Integration in Islamic Financial Institutions

  • Islamic Fintech and Digital Innovation

  • Ethical Investment and Socially Responsible Finance

  • Financial Inclusion and Poverty Alleviation

  • Zakat, Waqf, and Social Finance Instruments

  • Monetary and Fiscal Policy in Islamic Frameworks

  • Comparative Economic Systems and Policy

  • Environmental and Resource Economics

  • Public Policy, Regulation, and Institutional Reform

Key Audiences

  • Academics and researchers in Islamic finance, economics, sustainability, and policy

  • Financial regulators, policymakers, and Shari‘ah scholars

  • ESG and sustainability professionals in the finance sector

  • Islamic banks, asset managers, and fintech innovators

  • Graduate and postgraduate students in business, finance, and public policy

Distinctive Features

  • Fully open-access with no paywall barriers

  • Double-blind peer review ensuring academic rigor

  • Strong focus on sustainability, ethics, and Shari‘ah compliance

  • Global authorship and readership reach

  • Integration of Islamic finance with ESG and sustainable development

Material Published

  • Original research articles (empirical and theoretical)

  • Policy analyses and conceptual papers

  • Case studies on Islamic finance and sustainability innovation

  • Critical reviews and comparative evaluations

  • Commentaries, viewpoints, and book reviews