Aims and Scope

CONCLUTION: Journal of Development Economies aims to disseminate original and high-quality research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in development economics and economic development policy. The journal provides a scientific platform for academics, researchers, policymakers, development practitioners, and economists to publish empirical findings, theoretical studies, and policy-oriented research addressing economic development challenges in developing and emerging economies.

The journal focuses on research that examines economic growth, poverty reduction, inequality, institutional development, and sustainable economic transformation across local, national, and global contexts. Through rigorous scholarly contributions, the journal promotes innovative economic policies, inclusive development strategies, and data-driven approaches to improve economic welfare and long-term development outcomes.

CONCLUTION: Journal of Development Economies encourages interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research approaches that integrate development economics with public policy, finance, environmental studies, and social sciences to address complex economic development challenges and promote sustainable and inclusive growth.

Scope of the Journal

The journal accepts manuscripts reporting empirical research, theoretical studies, literature reviews, and policy analyses related to development economics in various economic and institutional contexts. The scope includes, but is not limited to:

  1. Economic Growth and Development
    • Economic growth theories and development models
    • Structural transformation and industrialization
    • Regional and national economic development
    • Inclusive and sustainable economic growth
  2. Poverty, Inequality, and Social Welfare
    • Poverty alleviation and social protection policies
    • Income distribution and economic inequality
    • Human development and welfare economics
    • Economic inclusion and social mobility
  3. Development Policy and Public Economics
    • Public policy and economic development planning
    • Fiscal policy and development financing
    • Institutional economics and governance
    • Public sector economics and policy evaluation
  4. International Development and Global Economy
    • International trade and development
    • Foreign direct investment and economic growth
    • Globalization and development dynamics
    • International development cooperation
  5. Sustainable Development and Environmental Economics
    • Green economy and sustainable development
    • Climate change and development economics
    • Natural resource economics
    • Environmental policy and sustainable growth
  6. Financial Development and Economic Institutions
    • Financial inclusion and access to finance
    • Banking systems and financial market development
    • Microfinance and development finance
    • Institutional development and economic governance

Publication Policy

CONCLUTION: Journal of Development Economies prioritizes manuscripts that:

  • Present original research with strong theoretical and empirical contributions in development economics
  • Use rigorous quantitative, qualitative, or mixed research methodologies
  • Address contemporary economic development challenges at regional, national, or global levels
  • Provide policy-relevant insights for governments, development institutions, and international organizations
  • Contribute to sustainable, inclusive, and evidence-based economic development strategies

The journal accepts articles written in English (primary) and Indonesian, particularly those that demonstrate international relevance, comparative development perspectives, and global economic policy implications.