Measuring the Potential of the Islamic World in the International Geopolitical Constellation

Muhammad Riyan Syah Putra Nasution; Kayla Najwa Sabila

doi:10.61891/az-ziyadah.v2i2.745

Muhammad Riyan Syah Putra Nasution Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara
Kayla Najwa Sabila Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara

DOI: https://doi.org/10.61891/az-ziyadah.v2i2.745

Keywords: Islamic Geopolitics, Soft Power, Strategic Unity, Global Ethics, Muslim World

Abstract

This study explores the strategic potential of Islam as a foundational force in shaping a fair and sustainable global geostrategy. Islamic values such as justice (al-‘adl), brotherhood (ukhuwwah), responsibility (amanah), and peace (salam) are identified as key ethical principles that can strengthen international relations among Muslim countries and serve as a moral alternative to the dominant geopolitical paradigms based on power and hegemony. Geographically, the Islamic world occupies highly strategic regions rich in natural resources and key trade routes, making it a critical player in global energy and economic systems. However, internal fragmentation, ideological divergence, and political conflicts have hindered the Islamic world from capitalizing on this potential in a unified and strategic manner. The study highlights the role of diplomacy, soft power, and the emergence of non-state Islamic actors as new instruments of influence in the global arena. It concludes that a collective, inclusive, and ethical Islamic geostrategy is feasible and necessary to respond to contemporary global challenges. This requires visionary leadership, institutional reform, and the development of Islamic geopolitical education to build long-term strategic capacity. Ultimately, Islam is not only a spiritual tradition but also a civilizational force capable of contributing to a more just and balanced global order.

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