World Islamic Tourism & Trade Conference to be held in August

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) — The World Islamic Tourism & Trade Conference (WITEX) 2025 is set to return this August for its third edition, reports TTW. 

The event will bring together some of the most prominent figures in Islamic tourism, trade, technology, and culture. 

Taking place on August 22-23 in Selangor, Malaysia, WITEX 2025 is poised to shape the future of Islamic tourism in an increasingly digital world.

WITEX 2025 aims to push the boundaries of what is possible in the Islamic tourism sector, focusing on innovation, technology, and sustainability.

Notable speakers 

Tuan Habib Ali Zaenal Abidin, a revered Islamic scholar and Chairman of Yayasan Ar-Ri’ayah, is known for his deep insights into spirituality and Islamic perspectives in tourism. 

Ismail Ahmad, Malaysia’s culinary icon, will headline the panel on Islamic Culinary Tourism. 

Nuraslina Zainal Abidin, the Group CEO of Theta Edge Berhad, is driving the digital transformation in Islamic tourism with cutting-edge technologies.

Dr. Shehab Alazazi, Director of the Islamic Business & Development Investment Council (IBDIC), will offer strategies on Islamic trade and investment. 

Key themes to be discussed are the future of Islamic tourism post-pandemic; smart tourism, AI, blockchain, and digital transformation; Halal gastronomy and culinary tourism; women-led entrepreneurship in Islamic tourism, sustainable and ethical tourism in Muslim-majority nations; Islamic arts, culture, medical and wellness tourism; and investment, fintech, and Takaful for tourism growth.