Islamic University of the Maldives (IUM) has commenced the International Conference on Intellectual Advancement (ICIA) 2023.
ICIA is an annual conference organised by the Center for Research and Publication of the IUM to bring together researchers, students, and policymakers for discussions, and exchange of ideas on creating communities through the exchange of knowledge.
ICIA 2023 began with over 230 participants from 10 countries across the globe. The two-day conference will also see 67 papers presented by international and local researchers. The fifth edition of ICIA was inaugurated by Minister of Higher Education Dr. Ibrahim Hassan.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Vice Chancellor of IUM Dr. Ibrahim Zakariyya Moosa expressed hope that attendees will gain valuable knowledge and experience at the conference. During the conference, research papers will be presented on Halal tourism, Islamic finance, women’s health, and psychology.