In a recent LinkedIn post, Jean Ng 🟢 highlights the upcoming 2nd ICGLOBDE (International Conference on Global Business and the Digital Economy), emphasizing its role in connecting academia with industry for tangible impact. The post serves as an announcement and a call to attention for this significant event, detailing its objectives, dates, and distinguished participants.
Jean Ng 🟢 frames the conference as a crucial platform for fostering innovation. According to the post, ICGLOBDE aims to:
“bridge the gap between world‑class research and real‑world innovation, shaping the future of business.”
This statement underscores the conference’s ambition to move beyond theoretical discussions and translate academic findings into practical applications that can drive economic progress.
Key Details and Objectives of ICGLOBDE 2026
The post provides essential information for potential attendees and stakeholders. Jean Ng 🟢 specifies that the conference is organized by the Faculty of Economics and Management at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and receives strategic backing from the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). This collaboration highlights the event’s significance within Malaysia’s digital economy landscape.
The conference is scheduled for 29–30 September 2026, to be held at the Hotel Seri Pacific in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Recognizing the evolving needs of participation, ICGLOBDE 2026 will adopt a hybrid format, allowing individuals to join either in-person or online.
Publication Opportunities for Academics
A significant draw for academics and researchers, as pointed out by Jean Ng 🟢, is the opportunity for high-impact publications. The post details that selected papers will be considered for internationally recognized indexed journals, including those in the Web of Science (SSCI, Q2) and Scopus databases. Specifically mentioned are opportunities in Risk Management, Jurnal Pengurusan, Asian Journal of Accounting and Governance (AJAG), Labuan Bulletin of International Business & Finance (LBIBF), and Labuan e‑Journal of Muamalat and Society (LJMS).
“Selected papers will be considered for internationally recognised indexed journals: ❇️ Web of Science (SSCI, Q2) – Risk Management ❇️ Scopus – Jurnal Pengurusan ❇️ ESCI – Asian Journal of Accounting and Governance (AJAG) ❇️ MyCite – Labuan Bulletin of International Business & Finance (LBIBF) ❇️ MyCite – Labuan e‑Journal of Muamalat and Society (LJMS)”
This focus on publication in reputable journals signals the academic rigor and the value placed on research presented at ICGLOBDE.
Distinguished Speakers and Industry-Academia Synergy
Jean Ng 🟢 also introduces the keynote speakers, emphasizing the blend of academic expertise and industry leadership. The Academic Keynote will be delivered by Professor Dr. Aini Aman, an expert in accounting, governance, and business transformation. The Industry Keynote will feature Datuk Fadzli Abdul Wahit, Head / SVP of Digital Industry Development at MDEC and Adjunct Professor at DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia.
“This conference goes beyond academic exchange – it is where research excellence meets industry action to create meaningful, lasting impact.”
This quote from Jean Ng 🟢’s post encapsulates the conference’s core mission: to foster a dynamic environment where scholarly work directly informs and influences industry practices, ultimately leading to impactful outcomes.
As the post concludes, more strategic partners, distinguished participants, and speakers are set to be announced soon, indicating that ICGLOBDE 2026 is poised to be a pivotal event in the global business and digital economy landscape. Enquiries can be directed to icglobde@ukm.edu.my.
📝 About This Content
This article is based on insights shared by Jean Ng 🟢 on LinkedIn.
📅 Originally posted on September 15, 2026 | View original post on LinkedIn →