Economic and Political Studies-EPS
Scope & Guideline
Shaping the Future of Economic and Political Discourse
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Analysis of Economic Policies:
EPS seeks to publish studies that integrate various disciplines, including economics, political science, and sociology, to understand the complexities of economic policies and their social implications. - Focus on China and Global Economic Relations:
The journal places a significant emphasis on China's economic strategies, including the Belt and Road Initiative and its impact on global supply chains, trade relations, and investment dynamics. - Impact of Digital Transformation on Economics:
Research on the effects of digital finance, technology, and data ownership on economic behaviors, market efficiency, and consumer welfare is a core area of focus. - Exploration of Socioeconomic Inequality:
EPS addresses issues of inequality, particularly in the context of economic growth, labor markets, and social policies, reflecting a commitment to understanding and mitigating disparities. - Policy Analysis and Governance:
The journal encourages studies that assess the effectiveness of governance structures and policy frameworks, particularly in relation to economic development and social welfare. - Behavioral Economics and Compliance:
Research that explores the psychological factors influencing economic decisions, such as tax compliance and financial behavior, is a unique contribution of the journal.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Finance and Economic Behavior:
An increasing number of studies are focusing on the role of digital finance in shaping economic behavior, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises, highlighting the importance of technology in modern economies. - Climate Change and Economic Policies:
Research addressing the intersection of climate policies, economic growth, and corporate responsibility is gaining momentum, reflecting heightened global awareness of environmental issues. - Global Supply Chain Resilience:
The impact of global disruptions on supply chain dynamics is a rising theme, particularly in light of recent economic shocks and the need for robust supply chain strategies. - Social Impact of Economic Policies:
There is a growing emphasis on the social implications of economic policies, particularly regarding inequality and welfare, showing a shift towards more holistic approaches in economic analysis. - Behavioral Insights into Tax Compliance:
The application of behavioral economics to understand tax compliance and fiscal behavior is emerging as a significant area of interest, indicating a trend towards integrating psychological factors into economic studies. - Geopolitical Risks and Economic Stability:
The analysis of geopolitical risks and their implications for economic performance is increasingly prominent, reflecting current global tensions and their economic ramifications.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Economic Growth Models:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focusing on classical economic growth theories, as the journal shifts towards more contemporary issues such as digital economies and sustainability. - Conventional Political Economy Analyses:
Research that strictly adheres to traditional political economy frameworks is becoming less frequent, with a move towards more interdisciplinary and innovative approaches. - Static Studies on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI):
While FDI remains important, the journal is seeing fewer static analyses of FDI impacts, indicating a shift towards more dynamic assessments that consider rapid changes in the global economic landscape. - Historical Comparative Analyses:
There is a waning interest in historical comparisons that do not incorporate current global trends, as recent papers tend to focus on real-time implications of policies and economic changes. - Simple Descriptive Studies of Economic Indicators:
As the journal evolves, there is a decline in purely descriptive studies of economic indicators without deeper analytical frameworks or implications for policy.
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