Aims

The Journal of Regional and National Studies (JRNS) is a peer-reviewed, international journal dedicated to promoting scholarly research on the complex dynamics of regional and national issues. With an ISSN of 3022-6295, JRNS provides an open-access platform for academics, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to explore and disseminate findings on a wide array of topics related to regional studies, national policies, and their interconnections within the global context. The journal publishes comprehensive reviews, regular research papers (articles), and short communications. By fostering a multidisciplinary approach, JRNS aims to contribute to the understanding and development of regional and national strategies, governance, economic development, societal transformation, and cultural dynamics.

Scope

JRNS covers a broad spectrum of themes related to regional and national studies, including but not limited to:

Regional Development and Policy: Analysis of regional growth strategies, policy implications, and governance structures that shape the economic, social, and cultural landscapes.

National Studies: Investigations into the political, economic, and social dynamics of nations, including comparative studies and national identity discussions.

Economic Development: Examination of economic policies, development models, and the impact of global economic trends on regional and national economies.

Societal and Cultural Dynamics: Exploration of societal changes, cultural heritage, and identity within regional and national contexts.

Environmental and Geographic Studies: Research on the environmental challenges and geographic factors influencing regional development and national policies.

Globalization and International Relations: Studies on how globalization affects regional and national issues, including international cooperation, conflict resolution, and global governance.

JRNS is committed to providing a platform for diverse perspectives and in-depth analyses that contribute to the global discourse on regional and national studies. By bridging the gap between theory and practice, JRNS aims to influence policy formulation, stimulate academic debate, and foster understanding across different disciplines and geographical boundaries.

Publication Ethics Statement

AFP takes the responsibility to enforce a rigorous peer-review together with strict ethical policies and standards to ensure to add high quality scientific works to the field of scholarly publication. Unfortunately, cases of plagiarism, data falsification, inappropriate authorship credit, and the like, do arise. AFP takes such publishing ethics issues very seriously and our editors are trained to proceed in such cases with a zero tolerance policy.

APC Support Scheme

At the Journal of Regional and National Studies (JRNS), we are committed to supporting researchers and the dissemination of knowledge across the globe. Recognizing the challenges faced by researchers from developing countries, we are proud to introduce a special discount scheme to facilitate publishing for authors in these regions. Our goal is to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder the sharing of valuable research findings.

Discount Details: This discount is specifically designed for manuscripts where all authors are affiliated with institutions located in the countries listed below. Under this scheme, the article processing charge (APC) is significantly reduced to not more than USD 50, making it more accessible for researchers to publish their work.

Eligible Countries: Afghanistan, Angola, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Congo Dem. Rep, Côte d'Ivoire, Cuba, Djibouti, East Timor, El Salvador, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, Iran, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Moldova, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, North Korea, Palestinian Authority, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Swaziland, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam, West Bank and Gaza, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Application Process:

To avail of this discount, authors from the aforementioned countries are encouraged to mention their eligibility at the time of manuscript submission. Further details regarding the application process and any necessary documentation will be provided upon request.

For more information or to apply for the discount, please contact us at INFO@afpub.org. Our team is dedicated to assisting authors through the submission process and ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent the publication of outstanding research in the field of regional and national studies.