Published: 04 July 2018

ISRA (Islamic Shariah Research Academy for Islamic Finance), which was established by Bank Negara Malaysia held the 12th Muzakarah Kewangan Islam Asia Tenggara in Phuket Thailand on 3-4 July 2018. In this muzakarah, Puskas BAZNAS Director Dr Irfan Syauqi Beik was invited to share Indonesia's experience in managing zakat of corporation, especially zakat of Islamic financial institution. From Indonesia, Dr Oni Sahroni of the DSN MUI and Cecep Maskanul Hakim of the Bank Indonesia were also among invited speakers. This muzakarah was attended by representatives from various ASEAN member countries comprising bankers, regulators, academicians, and zakat practioners. Prof Akram Laldin, Dr Ismail Luthfi of Fatoni University and Mr Adnin Pakbara (Thailand Deputy Minister at Prime Minister Office) were among prominent figures attending the event.