In 2013, Dubai announced its vision to become the capital of the Islamic economy. Islamic principles play a key role in today’s global business environment. The size of the Islamic economy has reached 2.3 trillion US dollars with a Muslim population growth of 1.6 billion. In support of this vision. Through one of its strategies, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) seeks to promote and support the growth of the Islamic economy globally. In line with this strategy and under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Chamber, in collaboration with Thomson Reuters, launched the Global Islamic Economy Summit in 2013. This summit introduced the concept of a cohesive Islamic economy to all members of the world. The annual summit has become a platform for more than 2,000 decision-makers and business leaders to network and discuss important issues affecting the seven pillars of the Islamic economy: Islamic finance. and halal industries. and halal tourism. and the Islamic digital economy. and Islamic arts. Islamic standards and certifications. and Islamic teachings.

On October 11-12, 2016, Dubai will host the third edition of the World Islamic Economy Summit. The summit will focus on social responsibility, the concept of endowments and the principles of philanthropy as a basis for business activities.

• In 2013, Dubai announced its vision to become the capital of the Islamic economy.
• Islamic principles play a key role in today’s global business environment
• The size of the Islamic economy has reached about 2.3 trillion US dollars
• The Muslim population has grown to 1.6 billion.

In support of this vision. Through one of its strategies, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) seeks to promote and support the growth of the Islamic economy globally. In line with this strategy and under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Chamber, in collaboration with Thomson Reuters, launched the Global Islamic Economy Summit in 2013. This summit introduced the concept of a cohesive Islamic economy to all members of the world. The annual summit has become a platform for more than 2,000 decision-makers and business leaders to network and discuss important issues affecting the seven pillars of the Islamic economy: Islamic finance. and halal industries. and halal tourism. and the Islamic digital economy. and Islamic arts. Islamic standards and certifications. and Islamic teachings. On October 11-12, 2016, Dubai will host the third edition of the World Islamic Economy Summit. The summit will focus on social responsibility, the concept of endowments and the principles of philanthropy as a basis for business activities.