About the Journal

Asian Journal of Economics and Empirical Research (AJEER) is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field of economics through high-quality, data-driven research. AJEER serves as a platform for scholars, researchers, policymakers, and professionals to share original findings and insights that contribute to both theoretical development and practical policy applications.

AJEER aims to promote rigorous empirical research that enhances understanding of economic behavior, financial systems, and policy outcomes. By bridging economic theory with real-world data, the journal seeks to support informed decision-making and foster innovation in economic thinking across diverse contexts, especially within Asia and emerging markets.

AJEER welcomes original research articles, technical notes, and empirical studies across a broad spectrum of economic topics. The journal particularly encourages submissions that utilize robust methodologies and provide evidence-based analysis. Areas of interest include:

  • Empirical Validation of Economic Theories
    Research that tests and refines economic models using real-world data and econometric techniques.

  • Emerging Market Economies
    Studies on financial systems, policy reforms, and institutional developments in developing and transitioning economies.

  • Behavioral and Experimental Economics
    Investigations into decision-making processes, behavioral biases, and experimental assessments of economic behavior.

  • Technological Impacts on Economics
    Analysis of the economic effects of FinTech, digital currencies, automation, and innovation.

  • Economic Policy and Governance
    Evaluation of fiscal policies, regulation, public finance, and government interventions.

  • Sustainable and Green Economics
    Research on the economic dimensions of environmental sustainability, green finance, and climate policy.

  • Global Trade and Investment
    Empirical work on international trade dynamics, foreign direct investment, and global economic integration.

AJEER is committed to publishing impactful research that contributes to academic excellence and addresses contemporary economic challenges. All submissions undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure quality, originality, and relevance.

Paper Selection and Publishing Process

1. Submission Acknowledgement

Authors submitting their manuscripts online will receive an automatic submission acknowledgment. Additionally, within one to three business days, an official confirmation email will be sent by the editor or editorial assistant. Authors who do not receive confirmation should check their bulk email folder or contact the editorial office.

2. Peer Review Process

  • The editorial team assesses whether a submission aligns with the journal's scope and objectives.
  • A plagiarism check is conducted using CrossCheck (iThenticate) to verify originality.
  • A double-blind peer review system ensures confidentiality for both reviewers and authors.
  • Each manuscript is evaluated by two external experts and one journal-affiliated editor.
  • Papers outside the journal's scope or failing plagiarism checks are not accepted.

3. Decision Making

  • Acceptance or rejection is based on peer-review recommendations.
  • If reviewers provide conflicting opinions, the editor/managing editor makes the final decision after considering all feedback.
  • A second round of peer review may be initiated if necessary.

4. Review Outcome Notification

All authors are notified of the review outcome.

5. Publication Fee and Open Access

  • For 2024, online publication is free for well-prepared manuscripts.
  • The journal follows an open-access policy, ensuring global availability of published research.

6. Copyright Policy

  • Authors retain copyright, granting the journal the first publication rights.
  • Authors can reuse, republish, archive, and disseminate their work post-publication.
  • Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0.

7. Publication Frequency

  • AJEER is published twice a year, in June and December.
  • Authors and readers receive notifications for newly published articles.

By adhering to rigorous academic standards, AJEER ensures high-quality research dissemination and contributes to scholarly advancements in economics and empirical research.