Jabar Aims for Adinata Syariah 2026 Overall Win After Securing Top Three in Sharia Economy

Deputy Governor Erwan Setiawan of West Java expressed optimism that the provincial government can maintain its status as overall champion in the 2026 Adinata Syariah Awards. The statement was made during a data validation event for the Sharia economy awards with the judging panel at the Al-Jabbar Grand Mosque Education Room in Bandung on Thursday, 21 May 2026.

The event followed a directive from the National Sharia Economic and Financial Committee (KNEKS) regarding the validation of provincial-level Sharia economy award data. West Java has secured a top-three position among the best provinces in Sharia economic and financial development.

Deputy Governor Erwan said the achievement is a source of pride and motivation for all stakeholders to strengthen the Sharia economy ecosystem in West Java. “We are proud that West Java has made the top three in the 2026 Adinata Syariah Awards. Last year, West Java was the overall champion, securing the best results across various categories,” he stated in a press release on Monday, 25 May 2026.

He explained that in 2025, West Java won the top award in nine out of 12 categories. This year, the number of categories has increased to 14, requiring all parties to evaluate and improve to optimise the province’s performance.

According to Erwan, West Java’s success did not happen overnight but resulted from cross-sector collaboration in building an inclusive and sustainable Sharia economy. “This achievement is not spontaneous; it stems from collective efforts among all stakeholders, cross-sector synergy, and commitment to establishing a robust and beneficial Sharia economy ecosystem for the public,” he added.

The deputy governor emphasised that the provincial government will continue expanding Sharia economy development across sectors, including the halal industry, Muslim-friendly tourism, pesantren education, Islamic banking, and halal certification strengthening. He also urged the establishment of Sharia industrial zones in West Java, noting that the majority of industrial workers are Muslim and thus require Sharia-compliant support systems such as adequate prayer facilities, halal food, and other services.