Aim and Scope

Journal of Strategic Policy and Global Affairs (JSPGA)

Overview
The Journal of Strategic Policy and Global Affairs (JSPGA) is a double-blind peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing scholarly research in the fields of strategic policy and international relations. We publish a variety of content, including:

  • Research Articles: Traditional scholarly articles that present original research.
  • Refereed Review Essays: Thematic examinations of current events based on newly published books in strategic policies and international relations.
  • Commentary and Provocation Pieces: Essays that stimulate academic discourse by presenting novel hypotheses and viewpoints.

Focus Areas

JSPGA encourages theoretical contributions that broaden existing perspectives and present innovative theories, frameworks, or models that elucidate global strategic management. We welcome interdisciplinary studies that link strategic management with other fields, including but not limited to:

  • Economics
  • Political Economy
  • History
  • Law
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Geography

Research Methodologies

We invite all types of empirical research related to global strategy, including:

  • Large-sample quantitative analysis
  • Small-number comparative studies
  • Single-case studies
  • Simulations

We particularly value studies that clarify prior empirical findings, enhance understanding of theoretical mechanisms, and explore research methodologies in global strategy. Our journal aims to promote an interdisciplinary understanding of contemporary global complexities, addressing international and regional issues, especially those pertinent to Pakistan and the Global South.

Key Themes

We focus on a range of critical areas, including:

  • Conventional and non-conventional security issues
  • International relations
  • Political economy
  • Defense studies
  • Climate change and environmental studies
  • Military strategy
  • Terrorism and counterterrorism
  • Nuclear studies
  • Foreign policy and law

Our goal is to deliver high-quality policy recommendations through rigorous research and unbiased analysis of issues affecting Pakistan’s growth, security, and peace.

Types of Contributions

We consider a variety of essay types, such as:

  • Viewpoint Essays: Contributions that elucidate previous hypotheses and suggest areas for further investigation.
  • Point-Counterpoint Essays: Analyses of opposing viewpoints on the same subject.
  • Discoveries Essays: Presentations of new ideas or concepts.
  • Critical Reviews Essays: Clarifications and assessments of existing knowledge.
  • Special Issues Essays: Collections of articles discussing a specific topic.

Commitment to Quality and Rigor

JSPGA is dedicated to upholding the highest levels of scholarly rigor and quality while respecting methodological and philosophical diversity across national and regional scholarly traditions. We focus on new trends and counter-trends in peace and security studies, addressing both theoretical and practical concerns arising from rapid global changes.

Editorial Process

Manuscripts are reviewed by an Editorial Review Board comprised of experienced and engaged scholars, utilizing a double-blind review process. Reviews are:

  • Thorough and rigorous
  • Timely and developmental
  • Open-minded and constructive

Our editorial team, including Co-Editors and Associate Editors with extensive experience, is supported by a Senior Editorial Board of reputable academics in international strategy. This structure ensures that JSPGA maintains high standards of intellectual rigor and cultural neutrality.

Data Archiving and Accessibility

JSPGA commits to archiving data and other materials as necessary, making them accessible to scholars to enhance the research community's knowledge base and facilitate further study.