The Malaysian Finance Association International Conference 2026 (MFAIC2026) proudly welcomes academics, researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals from around the world to convene in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia, on 6–8 October 2026, for an intellectual gathering that promises to shape the future of financial thought and practice.

With this year’s theme, Global Finance in the Digital Age: Stability, Sustainability and Inclusivity, MFAIC2026 brings attention to three pillars that define the next frontier of global finance. As technological revolutions accelerate across markets, the need to balance digital innovation with robust financial stability has never been greater. Equally crucial is ensuring that growth remains sustainable and inclusive, enabling financial progress to reach nations, industries, and communities at every level.

MFAIC2026 offers an inspiring platform for scholars, industry experts, regulators, and future-focused professionals to exchange ideas, share frontier findings, and forge meaningful collaborations. Featuring high-impact keynote sessions, thought-provoking panel dialogues, interdisciplinary research presentations, and global networking opportunities, this conference provides a distinctive space for participants to learn, connect, and lead transformative change within the financial ecosystem.

We cordially invite you to be part of MFAIC2026 to present your research, to engage with trailblazers, to influence policy narratives, and to witness how collaborative intelligence can build a financial future that is resilient, responsible, and inclusive. Join us in Kuala Terengganu and be a catalyst for global financial advancement in the digital era.

PUBLICATIONS OPPORTUNITIES

MFAIC2026 offers the opportunity for selected papers presented at the conference to be published in esteemed academic journals; subject to the journals’ editorial and review process, based on academic merit and alignment with the journals’ scope, and journal fees (if applicable).

Affiliated journals* include:

• International Journal of Banking and Finance
  
• Capital Market Reviews
• Malaysian Journal of Economic Studies
  

*More additions will be announced soon.

AWARDS OPPORTUNITIES

MFAIC2026 offers the opportunity for outstanding contributions to the field to be recognized through the Best Paper Awards. Winners will receive recognition and a certificate during the conference closing ceremony.

The categories* for the Best Paper Awards include:

• Three (3) MFA Best Paper Award worth RM1,000 each

• One (1) Best PhD Research worth RM1,000
• Best Presenter Award for each track

*More additions will be announced soon.