NEW POLITICAL ECONOMY
Scope & Guideline
Navigating the Intersections of Power and Prosperity
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Political Economy Analysis:
The journal emphasizes a critical analysis of political economy, scrutinizing the relationship between political power and economic systems, and how these interactions influence policy and societal outcomes. - Interdisciplinary Approach:
It adopts an interdisciplinary approach, integrating insights from economics, political science, sociology, and environmental studies to provide a holistic understanding of complex socio-economic phenomena. - Focus on Global Capitalism:
The journal explores the dynamics of global capitalism, including financialization, neoliberalism, and the impact of economic policies on different regions and communities. - Socio-Economic Inequality:
A core area of focus is the examination of socio-economic inequalities, including gendered dimensions of capitalism, labor exploitation, and the effects of economic policies on marginalized groups. - Environmental Political Economy:
The journal addresses the political economy of environmental issues, emphasizing the interconnectedness of economic practices and ecological sustainability. - Emerging Economic Theories:
It encourages the exploration of emerging economic theories, such as modern monetary theory, post-neoliberalism, and degrowth, providing a platform for innovative ideas and critiques.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Transformation and Fintech:
There is a growing focus on the political economy of digital transformation and fintech, examining how these innovations impact economic practices, governance, and social relations. - Climate Change and Environmental Justice:
Emerging themes related to climate change and environmental justice are increasingly prevalent, highlighting the political economy of sustainability and the socio-economic implications of ecological crises. - Social Reproduction and Care Economy:
The investigation of social reproduction and the care economy is gaining traction, emphasizing the economic value of caregiving roles and their intersection with gender and labor dynamics. - Global Supply Chains and Labor Exploitation:
Recent papers focus on the complexities of global supply chains and the dynamics of labor exploitation within them, reflecting heightened awareness of ethical and sustainable practices in international trade. - Post-Neoliberal Economic Models:
The exploration of post-neoliberal economic models is trending, as scholars seek alternatives to traditional neoliberal frameworks in response to growing socio-economic inequalities and crises. - Geopolitical Economic Shifts:
The journal is increasingly addressing geopolitical economic shifts, particularly regarding the rise of emerging economies and their implications for global power dynamics and economic governance.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Neoclassical Economics:
There is a noticeable decline in papers that adhere strictly to traditional neoclassical economic theories, as the journal increasingly favors critical and alternative approaches to understanding economic phenomena. - Overly Technical Financial Analyses:
Papers that focus solely on technical financial analyses without a broader socio-political context have become less common, indicating a shift towards more integrative and critical perspectives. - Historical Economic Narratives:
The emphasis on historical economic narratives, while still present, appears to be waning as contemporary issues and immediate policy implications take precedence in recent research. - Purely Quantitative Studies:
There is a reduction in purely quantitative studies that do not incorporate qualitative insights or theoretical frameworks, as the journal increasingly values mixed-method approaches. - Focus on Domestic Policies:
The focus on domestic policies without consideration for their international implications is declining, reflecting a broader trend towards understanding the global interconnectedness of political economy.
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