Cepal Review
Scope & Guideline
Exploring Economic Frontiers in Latin America and the Caribbean
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Socio-economic Development:
The journal emphasizes research that explores socio-economic development in Latin America and the Caribbean, considering historical, political, and economic factors that influence growth and equity. - Public Policy Analysis:
There is a strong focus on the analysis of public policies and their impacts on poverty, inequality, and social welfare, particularly through the evaluation of social protection programs and fiscal policies. - Environmental Sustainability:
Research on environmental issues, including the effects of climate change and sustainable development practices, is a core area of interest, reflecting the journal’s commitment to integrating environmental considerations into economic planning. - International Trade and Economic Integration:
The journal explores themes around trade dynamics, globalization, and regional integration, examining how these factors affect national development and economic strategies in Latin America. - Gender and Social Equity:
It includes a focus on gender issues and social equity, investigating how social class, race, and gender intersect to influence economic opportunities and outcomes in the region.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate Change and Economic Impact:
There is an increasing focus on the economic implications of climate change, particularly how environmental factors affect national accounts and development strategies, highlighting the urgency of integrating climate considerations into economic planning. - Social Protection and Inequality:
Research on social protection mechanisms and their effectiveness in reducing inequality has gained prominence, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of social safety nets in fostering inclusive development. - Digital Economy and Inequality:
Emerging studies are exploring the intersection of digitalization, economic growth, and social inequalities, particularly how access to technology shapes economic opportunities in different social strata. - Gender Dynamics in Economic Policies:
An increasing number of publications are addressing gender dynamics in economic policies, focusing on how gender inequalities manifest in labor markets and social policies, thus emphasizing the need for gender-sensitive approaches. - Regional Integration and Global Value Chains:
There is a noticeable trend towards examining regional integration efforts and their role in enhancing participation in global value chains, reflecting a strategic focus on collaborative economic development.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Economic Growth Models:
Research centered solely on traditional economic growth models, without consideration for social or environmental factors, appears to be waning. The journal's recent focus suggests a shift towards more integrated approaches that consider sustainability and social impacts. - Purely Quantitative Economic Analyses:
While quantitative analyses are still present, there is a noticeable decline in studies that do not incorporate qualitative assessments or socio-political contexts, reflecting a broader trend towards interdisciplinary research. - National Isolation in Economic Studies:
There seems to be a reduction in research that focuses exclusively on national contexts without considering regional or global interconnections, indicating a shift towards more comparative and integrative studies.
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