The Global Halal Industry as a Foundational Paradigm for Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): An Innovative Shariah-Based and Ethical Economic Framework with International Implications

This conceptual study examines the foundational Shariah principles and ethical economic values that underpin the global halal industry, with a particular emphasis on their alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Adopting a qualitative content analysis, the study draws upon classical Islamic jurisprudence, contemporary economic discourse, and sustainability literature to establish conceptual linkages between Shariah-based values and selected SDGs.The analysis identifies maslahah (public interest), adl (justice), and halalan ayyiban (lawful and wholesome) as the ethical backbone of halal economic systems.These principles resonate strongly with SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production).The study develops an innovative conceptual framework that integrates Shariah-compliant economic principles with global sustainability agendas, thereby positioning the halal industry as a transformative driver of inclusive and ethical development.The findings highlight the potential of halal governance to advance the SDGs by harmonising standards, embedding sustainability metrics, and reinforcing ethical compliance across international markets.This study contributes to the international discourse on sustainable development by offering a Shariah-based and ethically grounded economic framework that redefines the global halal industry as a strategic paradigm for achieving the SDGs.