International Relations of the Asia-Pacific

metrics 2024

Fostering Insightful Discourse on Regional Transformations

Introduction

International Relations of the Asia-Pacific, published by Oxford University Press, is a premier academic journal that delves into the intricate dynamics of international relations in the Asia-Pacific region. Since its inception in 2001, the journal has garnered significant attention within the fields of Political Science, Economics, and Sociology, achieving a respected Q2 quartile ranking in various categories as of 2023. With a Scopus ranking of #172 out of 706 in Political Science and International Relations, it represents the voice of contemporary discourse at the intersection of various social sciences. The journal's objective is to enrich understanding of geopolitical issues, economic trends, and sociopolitical phenomena shaping the Asia-Pacific—a region characterized by its rapid transformation and strategic importance. Despite its non-open access status, readers can expect rigorously vetted articles that challenge conventional paradigms and foster informed debate among academics, policymakers, and students alike. The journal remains an essential resource for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of international affairs in one of the world’s most dynamic regions.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.41
Journal Impact Factor1.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.20
H-Index35
Journal IF Without Self1.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.17
Influence0.93
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life6.60
Citing Half Life6.50
JCI0.81
Total Documents358
WOS Total Citations489
SCIMAGO Total Citations1226
SCIMAGO SELF Citations72
Scopus Journal Rank0.41
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.65
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.48
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.48

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Political Science and International Relations in Social Sciences
Rank #172/706
Percentile 75.64
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #426/1466
Percentile 70.94
Quartile Q2
General Economics, Econometrics and Finance in Economics, Econometrics and Finance
Rank #87/288
Percentile 69.79
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Rank 54/165
Percentile 67.60
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Rank 76/165
Percentile 53.94
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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