International Politics is a journal that publishes scholarship on international relations, focusing on power struggles in international society. Explores a wide range of perspectives on transnational political issues. Encourages lively discussion of current controversies in international politics. Benefits scholars working across the spectrum of academic disciplines. Open to general submissions on a rolling basis, as well as specific thematic special issue proposals.
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How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Geography, Planning and DevelopmentQ2
Political Science and International RelationsQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
International RelationsPolitical Science
Scopus Categories
Geography, Planning and DevelopmentPolitical Science and International Relations
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
International Relations and Foreign PolicyGlobal Peace and Security DynamicsInternational Development and AidEuropean Union Policy and GovernancePolitical Conflict and GovernancePeacebuilding and International SecurityHistorical and Contemporary Political DynamicsEuropean and Russian Geopolitical Military StrategiesGlobal Security and Public HealthInternational Law and Human Rights