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About the Scientific Journal: Platform for Research in International Politics, Economics, and Law

Scientific publications play a pivotal role in advancing the academic environment, deepening interdisciplinary integration, and fostering professional dialogue among international researchers. As a leading scientific journal in Uzbekistan, this publication dedicated to international politics, economics, and law serves as an open, multifunctional platform for knowledge exchange, global process analysis, and the presentation of high-impact research results. The journal is oriented toward authors interested in publishing timely, theoretically grounded, and policy-relevant scientific papers. The publication creates ideal conditions for professional interaction among scholars, policy analysts, professors, diplomats, and practitioners working in international relations and allied disciplines. Academic dialogue and innovative knowledge sharing serve as the primary drivers for comprehending and navigating rapid transformations within the global community.

Scope and Key Thematic Focus

The journal specializes in publishing scholarly materials reflecting contemporary trends, structural transformations, and security challenges in Eurasian and global studies. Special emphasis is placed on an interdisciplinary approach, allowing researchers to examine complex global and regional dynamics from multiple analytical angles and at the intersection of various scientific fields.

Core thematic focus areas and research priorities include:

• International politics, global security architecture, foreign policy of Uzbekistan 2026, and diplomatic strategies of New Uzbekistan;
• Geopolitics of Central Asia analysis, regional security dynamics, water diplomacy, and ecological security in the Aral Sea basin;
• World and regional economics, economic diplomacy of Uzbekistan, investment climate dynamics, digital economy in international relations, and political economy of international ties;
• Eurasian transport corridors, multimodal logistics infrastructure, Eurasian economic integration, and global trade transformations;
• International and comparative law, international legal regulation, legal reforms in New Uzbekistan, and international law in Central Asia;
• Foreign policy of states, subregional integration processes, and multilateral organizations including Uzbekistan role in the SCO, CIS integration dynamics, UN partnerships, and EU cooperation;
• Economic and legal aspects of international cooperation, bilateral strategic partnerships including Uzbekistan Russia relations, cooperation with the European Union, and China Uzbekistan trade relations;
• Energy diplomacy, migration governance, cultural diplomacy utilizing soft power, and counter terrorism initiatives in Central Asia;
• Outcomes of the Tashkent Summit, diplomatic history, foreign policy analysis in Tashkent, and strategic decision making frameworks.

The journal focus reflects current issues in the modern world and actively contributes to shaping high-level academic discussions on an international scale.

Academic Standards and Publishing Integrity

As an authoritative academic scientific journal in Uzbekistan, operating in alignment with higher attestation standards for international relations, economics, and law, the publication adheres strictly to internationally accepted standards of publication ethics and rigorous scientific expertise. All submitted manuscripts undergo a mandatory review process to ensure the high quality of published papers.

Core operational principles of the journal include:

• Independent scientific expertise and thorough academic expertise of articles;
• Objective evaluation of submitted research materials;
• Strict adherence to publication ethics and intellectual property protection;
• Transparency, fairness, and clarity in editorial workflows;
• Uncompromising commitment to research quality, timeliness, and scientific novelty.

The editorial board consists of leading scholars, professors, and recognized experts in international politics, global economics, and law, enabling a professional evaluation of every manuscript and providing constructive guidance for authors.

Institutional Partnerships and Academic Links

The operational success of the journal is reinforced by a broad network of academic and institutional partnerships. The journal collaborates actively with leading higher education institutions, scientific research institutes, think tanks, and international bodies across Uzbekistan and abroad. Key institutional partners include the University of World Economy and Diplomacy, the Information Analytical Center for International Relations, and allied research platforms.

Politics, Economics, and Law as an Integrated Research Space

Contemporary international processes cannot be effectively analyzed within the boundaries of a single academic discipline. For this reason, the journal treats international politics, economics, and law as interconnected elements of a unified global system and an integrated research space.

This comprehensive interdisciplinary perspective enables scholars to:

• Gain deeper analytical insights into the root causes of international conflicts and cooperative mechanisms;
• Evaluate the impact of macroeconomic trends on state foreign policy trajectories and geopolitical shifts;
• Examine the evolution of legal instruments governing contemporary international relations and institutional reforms;
• Construct comprehensive models for understanding complex global realignments.

By encouraging interdisciplinary scientific research, the journal remains highly sought after by a broad community of academic scholars, analysts, and policy experts.

For Reviewers: Review Criteria and Standards

To maintain high academic standards, all submitted manuscripts undergo independent double blind peer review, ensuring that author and reviewer identities remain anonymous throughout the process.

Reviewers assess submitted manuscripts based on clear Review Criteria:

• Relevance of the topic, scientific novelty, and practical significance;
• Methodological rigor, soundness, and logical structure of the research;
• Depth of analytical inquiry and validity of results and conclusions;
• Adequacy, currency, and accuracy of cited references and literature review;
• Compliance with academic writing style and journal formatting guidelines.

Archives and Recent Issues

The publication adheres to open access principles. The Archives section provides full text access to all back issues published since the journal inception. The Recent Issues section features newly released articles, each assigned a unique digital object identifier DOI to facilitate global citation.

Author Opportunities: How to Submit Your Research

The journal provides researchers with a streamlined avenue to publish their original work in a respected academic venue. We accept original research papers, analytical articles, scholarly reviews, and policy studies aligning with the journal scope. The journal serves as a reliable platform both as a dedicated publication for doctoral students and master candidates and for seasoned academic experts.

The publication process includes:

• Submitting manuscripts through the established editorial format via the website portal or official email;
• Initial screening for scope relevance and compliance with submission formatting guidelines;
• Rigorous peer review and objective academic evaluation;
• Editorial revisions and refinement when necessary;
• Publication of the final article in print and digital open access formats;
• No publication fees or peer review charges are imposed on authors.

Value of the Journal for the Scientific Community

The journal plays a vital role in advancing scientific discourse both within Uzbekistan and internationally. Published papers facilitate the dissemination of innovative research ideas, support expert policy evaluations, and strengthen international academic collaboration.

For prospective authors, publishing in the journal provides:

• Opportunities to present research findings to a global academic audience;
• Active engagement in international scholarly discourse;
• Enhancement of academic reputation and research citation metrics;
• Seamless integration into the global scientific community.

Modern Format, Digital Accessibility, and Contact Details

Embracing modern digital tools, the journal ensures reliable and open access to its content for readers and contributors worldwide. The digital format accelerates publication cycles, expands contributor geography, and fosters rapid knowledge exchange among specialists.

For inquiries regarding manuscript submission, editorial guidelines, or institutional collaboration, please reach out through our Contact section, where you will find full address details, official email addresses, and contact phone numbers.