Public Interest First: The Maslahah Principle in Islamic Economic Policy
Prioritizing Community Welfare in Market Strategies

About this book:

Discover how an age‑old Islamic principle can reshape today’s toughest economic challenges. *Public Interest First: The Maslahah Principle in Islamic Economic Policy* shows that maslahah— the timeless concept of public welfare—offers a flexible, ethically grounded framework for balancing market efficiency with social justice, from housing and healthcare to digital trade and climate action.

Drawing on centuries of juristic thought, the book translates classical ideas into concrete policy tools that speak directly to modern debates on inequality, sustainability, and inclusive growth. Whether you’re an economist, policymaker, scholar, or curious reader, you’ll find fresh insights, real‑world case studies, and measurable indicators that turn abstract ethics into actionable strategies.

Let this interdisciplinary guide be your compass for navigating an uncertain future—proving that the oldest traditions can provide the newest solutions for building economies that serve people, not just profits.