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An Analysis Towards Legal Challenges and Strategic Approaches in Utilizing Waqf Real Estate for Sustainable Food Security

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  • Rahmawati Mohd Yusoff

    (Department of Law, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Cawangan Johor, Kampus Segamat, 85000 Segamat, Johor, Malaysia)

  • Sharifah Zubaidah Syed Abdul Kader

    (Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws, International Islamic University Malaysia, Jln Gombak, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia.)

  • Azhani Arshad

    (Faculty of Law, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Shah Alam 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia)

  • Akmal Hidayah Halim

    (Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws, International Islamic University Malaysia, Jln Gombak, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia)

  • Mohd Rilizam Rosli

    (Academy of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Cawangan Johor, Kampus Pasir Gudang, Jalan Purnama Bandar Seri Alam 81750 Masai Johor, Malaysia)

  • Mohammad Hidir Baharudin

    (Sultan Ibrahim Johor Islamic University College, 80350 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia)

  • Siti Mahfudzoh Mohd Hafiz

    (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, 43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia)

Abstract

Issues relating to national food security is crucial, as Malaysia reported a food trade deficit rose to RM31 billion in 2022 as Malaysia fails to provide basic food for itself despite has lot of agro-food land. Hence, waqf real estate has a potential as a strategic asset for ensuring sustainable food security. However, inconsistent strategic management has reduced in utilizing waqf’s real estates towards food security benefits. Therefore, this study examines the legal challenges associated with utilizing Waqf properties and proposes strategic approaches to enhance their efficacy in this context. The study employs a qualitative and descriptive cross-sectional analysis, utilizing existing legal frameworks and data obtained from relevant administrative bodies. This research research found that by integrating Islamic legal principles with modern sustainability practices, the research can provide a comprehensive framework for utilizing Waqf real estate in addressing food security concerns in Muslim-majority countries.

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  • Rahmawati Mohd Yusoff & Sharifah Zubaidah Syed Abdul Kader & Azhani Arshad & Akmal Hidayah Halim & Mohd Rilizam Rosli & Mohammad Hidir Baharudin & Siti Mahfudzoh Mohd Hafiz, 2025. "An Analysis Towards Legal Challenges and Strategic Approaches in Utilizing Waqf Real Estate for Sustainable Food Security," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(2), pages 387-394, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:i:2:p:387-394
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