EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Scope & Guideline
Championing rigorous analysis for a changing world.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Theoretical Innovation in International Relations:
EJIR emphasizes the development of new theoretical frameworks and critiques of existing paradigms in international relations. This includes explorations of critical theory, constructivism, and postcolonial perspectives that challenge traditional approaches. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal encourages the integration of insights from various disciplines, such as sociology, political science, economics, and cultural studies, to enrich the analysis of international phenomena. - Focus on Global Governance:
EJIR regularly publishes research on international organizations, global governance structures, and the implications of international law and norms in contemporary politics, addressing both successes and failures. - Critical Examination of Power Dynamics:
The journal highlights studies that interrogate power relations in international politics, including the roles of state and non-state actors, the impact of globalization, and the effects of historical legacies on current international interactions. - Contemporary Global Issues:
Research addressing pressing global challenges such as migration, climate change, security threats, and human rights is a consistent focus, reflecting the journal's commitment to relevance in current affairs.
Trending and Emerging
- Migration and Asylum Governance:
Recent publications emphasize the governance of migration and asylum, examining the implications of policy and practice on the ground. This theme highlights the urgent need to address the human aspects of migration in the context of global crises. - Technocracy and Populism:
There is an emerging focus on the interplay between technocratic governance and populist movements, exploring how these dynamics influence the legitimacy and functioning of international organizations. - Human Rights and Security:
The journal is increasingly publishing work that interrogates the connections between human rights, security, and state behavior, particularly in conflict and post-conflict settings, as well as in the context of global health crises. - Geopolitical Analysis of Technology:
Research addressing the geopolitical implications of technology, including cybersecurity, digital diplomacy, and the role of private actors in global governance, is on the rise, reflecting the intertwining of technology and international relations. - Climate Change and Environmental Politics:
The journal is seeing a growing interest in the intersection of climate change and international relations, with studies focusing on environmental governance, ecological security, and the roles of various actors in addressing global environmental challenges.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional State-Centric Approaches:
There is a noticeable decline in papers centered solely on traditional state-centric analyses, possibly due to the increasing recognition of non-state actors and transnational issues that complicate the binary of state versus non-state. - Simplistic Realist Frameworks:
Research adopting a purely realist perspective seems to be waning, as scholars increasingly seek to incorporate more nuanced views that consider the roles of norms, identity, and agency in international relations. - Focus on Historical Case Studies:
While historical analysis remains important, there is a trend towards favoring contemporary case studies that address current international challenges over purely historical explorations, reflecting a shift in scholarly interests. - Reduction in Theoretical Homogeneity:
There appears to be a decrease in publications that adhere strictly to a single theoretical framework, indicating a growing preference for eclectic and pluralistic approaches to international relations.
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