About the Journal

Vision

Public Affairs and Governance (PAG) is a peer-reviewed, bi-annual scholarly journal committed to advancing knowledge and critical understanding of public affairs, public administration, public management, and governance. The journal seeks to provide a platform for examining contemporary challenges in governance and promoting informed academic and policy discourse.

Scope

The journal invites high-quality submissions including original research papers, review articles, analytical studies, and policy-oriented contributions addressing various dimensions of governance and public affairs. Submissions are expected to contribute meaningfully to existing scholarship and offer innovative perspectives.

• Public administration and governance systems
• Public policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation
• Public management and institutional performance
• Public service delivery and administrative reforms
• Political processes and democratic governance
• Legal and regulatory dimensions of governance
• Sociological perspectives on governance and society
• Local governance, decentralization, and development administration
• Interdisciplinary approaches to public affairs and governance

The journal particularly encourages research that emphasizes analytical rigor, policy relevance, and practical implications. Contributions such as case studies, best practices, policy analyses, book reviews, and thought-provoking commentaries are also welcomed.