Revista CIDOB d Afers Internationals
Scope & Guideline
Bridging academic excellence and real-world relevance.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- International Relations and Geopolitics:
The journal critically examines the changing landscapes of international relations, focusing on geopolitical shifts, regional power dynamics, and the implications of global events on local contexts. - Democracy and Governance:
A core area of focus includes the study of democratic processes, governance challenges, and the erosion of democratic norms, particularly in Latin America and North Africa. - Migration and Asylum Studies:
The journal addresses the complexities of migration, asylum policies, and the socio-political implications of displacement, highlighting issues of gender, race, and rights. - Environmental Politics and Globalization:
It explores the intersection of environmental governance, globalization, and socio-political movements, addressing the impacts of extractivism and climate change on vulnerable communities. - Social Movements and Political Participation:
The journal investigates the role of social movements, civil society, and political participation in shaping policies and governance, with a particular emphasis on gender and intersectionality. - Regional Studies and Cooperation:
A consistent focus is placed on regional studies, examining cooperation, integration, and conflicts within and between regions, particularly in Latin America and its relations with other global regions.
Trending and Emerging
- Political Erosion and Authoritarianism:
A significant increase in research addressing democratic erosion and the rise of authoritarianism in various regions, particularly Latin America and North Africa, underscores a critical examination of contemporary governance. - Climate Change and Environmental Justice:
Emerging themes focus on climate change's socio-political implications, emphasizing environmental justice, activism, and the governance of climate agendas, reflecting a growing awareness of ecological issues. - Gender and Intersectionality:
There is a notable trend towards exploring gender issues within political frameworks, examining the intersectionality of gender, race, and class in political participation and rights advocacy. - Global Health and Pandemics:
The COVID-19 pandemic has catalyzed research on global health governance, the politics of asylum, and the implications for marginalized populations, highlighting health as a critical aspect of international relations. - Digital Diplomacy and Technology Governance:
An emerging focus on the role of technology in diplomacy and governance, including the regulation of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, reflects the increasing intersection of technology and international relations.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Security Studies:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers focusing on traditional military and security studies, as the journal increasingly emphasizes human security, political violence, and non-traditional threats. - Cold War Dynamics:
Research related to Cold War-era geopolitics and ideological battles appears less frequently, reflecting a shift towards contemporary issues that resonate more with current global challenges. - Eurocentrism in International Relations:
The journal has moved away from Eurocentric perspectives, focusing more on the Global South's narratives and experiences, resulting in a decline of papers that prioritize Western viewpoints. - Static Models of Democracy:
There is a diminishing interest in static models of democracy that do not account for the fluid and dynamic nature of political systems, as scholars seek to understand democratic backsliding and resilience. - Economic Liberalization as a Norm:
Papers advocating for economic liberalization as the default approach have decreased, indicating a growing recognition of the complexities and challenges associated with neoliberal policies.
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