Journal of Global Economics, Public Policy and Development

The Journal of Global Economics, Public Policy and Development (JGEPD) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing scholarly knowledge and evidence-based practice at the intersection of economics, public policy, governance, and sustainable development. The journal provides a multidisciplinary platform for researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and academics to explore contemporary economic and societal challenges and propose innovative solutions that contribute to inclusive, equitable, and sustainable development worldwide.

JGEPD welcomes original research articles, review papers, policy analyses, case studies, and theoretical contributions that enhance understanding of economic systems, public policy interventions, institutional development, and their impacts on human wellbeing, social welfare, and sustainable growth.

The journal particularly encourages interdisciplinary research that bridges economics with public administration, governance, development studies, sustainability, social sciences, and emerging global challenges.

Areas of Interest

The journal publishes high-quality research in, but not limited to, the following areas:

Economics

• Macroeconomics and Microeconomics
• International Economics and Trade
• Development Economics
• Labor Economics
• Financial Economics and Banking
• Behavioral Economics
• Institutional Economics
• Environmental and Ecological Economics
• Regional and Urban Economics
• Digital and Innovation Economics
• Agricultural and Resource Economics
• Economic Growth and Productivity

Public Policy and Governance

• Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation
• Public Administration and Management
• Governance and Institutional Reform
• Regulatory Policy and Compliance
• Fiscal and Monetary Policy
• Public Finance and Budgeting
• Social Policy and Welfare Systems
• Education Policy
• Health Policy
• Environmental and Climate Policy
• Digital Government and E-Governance
• Policy Design, Implementation, and Impact Assessment

Development Studies

• Sustainable Development
• Human Development
• Social and Economic Development
• Poverty Reduction and Inequality
• Community and Regional Development
• Rural and Urban Development
• Sustainable Livelihoods
• Infrastructure and Development Planning
• Development Finance and Financial Inclusion
• Global Development Challenges
• United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Wellbeing and Social Welfare

• Wellbeing Economics
• Quality of Life Studies
• Happiness and Life Satisfaction Research
• Human Capital Development
• Social Inclusion and Equity
• Population and Demographic Studies
• Employment and Workforce Wellbeing
• Health, Education, and Social Outcomes
• Economic Security and Social Protection

Emerging and Cross-Disciplinary Themes

• Artificial Intelligence and Public Policy
• Digital Transformation and Economic Development
• Climate Change and Sustainable Transitions
• Green Economy and Circular Economy
• Smart Cities and Urban Innovation
• Globalization and International Cooperation
• Sustainability Assessment and Policy Innovation
• Data Analytics for Economic and Policy Research

Mission

JGEPD seeks to foster rigorous academic debate and promote evidence-based policymaking by publishing impactful research that contributes to economic advancement, effective governance, social wellbeing, and sustainable development at local, national, and global levels.