Achieving Sustainable Economic Development in Muslim Countries: Contemporary Challenges and Future Prospects

Mohammed R. M. Elshobake
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Mohammed R. M. Elshobake: Assistant Professor, Head of Islamic Law Department, Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws (AIKOL), International Islamic University

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 11, 4363-4371

Abstract: This research aims to discuss the landscape of Sustainable Economic Development in Muslim countries, establishing that its pursuit is not just a policy priority, but an ethical and religious obligation rooted in Islamic teachings, particularly the principles of KhilÄ fah (Stewardship) and Al-Adl (Justice). Many Muslim-majority nations face persistent contemporary challenges, including high poverty, resource dependency, weak institutional frameworks, and crippling corruption, which severely hinder their ability to achieve the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This research focuses on the strategic potential of revitalising traditional Islamic financial instruments: ZakÄ t, Waqf, and Islamic Philanthropy. Historically pivotal in alleviating poverty and financing public services, these tools can offer alternative and complementary pathways to fostering inclusive growth where state initiatives have proven insufficient. The research aims to evaluate how these mechanisms can be systematically integrated into national development strategies, while simultaneously analysing the formidable institutional, legal, and governance barriers that currently limit their effectiveness. Employing a descriptive-analytical methodology, this research provides a foundational understanding of these Islamic economic principles and critically examines successful models, such as the use of Green Sukuk and productive ZakÄ t in countries like Indonesia and Malaysia to demonstrate the viability of harnessing spiritual heritage for modern development demands. The ultimate goal is to contribute to the discourse on how Muslim countries can achieve responsible, ethical, and sustainable economic outcomes in the 21st century.

Date: 2025
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