Objectives of the Review of Evolutionary Political Economy's 'Manifesto' and editorial proposals on world problems, complex systems, historico-institutional and corruption issues

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Summary

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This study analyzes the Review of Evolutionary Political Economy's objectives, proposing ten editorial strategies to enhance its scope and impact. It emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches and rigorous assessment of evolutionary political economy (EPE) trends.

Area Of Science

  • Evolutionary Political Economy (EPE)
  • International Political Economy (IPE)
  • Complex Systems Theory

Background

  • Analysis of the 'Editorial Manifesto' of the Review of Evolutionary Political Economy (REPE).
  • Focus on journal objectives and their proactive enhancement.
  • Identification of six core objectives guiding the journal's scope.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To conduct a close textual analysis of the REPE 'Editorial Manifesto'.
  • To propose proactive editorial strategies for promoting and refining journal objectives.
  • To ensure alignment of editorial practices with stated EPE goals.

Main Methods

  • Close textual analysis of the REPE 'Editorial Manifesto'.
  • Identification and categorization of journal objectives.
  • Formulation of ten proactive editorial proposals.

Main Results

  • Six main objectives of REPE were isolated.
  • Ten editorial proposals were developed to promote or adjust objectives.
  • Key proposals include focusing on EPE concepts, complexity theory, innovation, historical specificity, and interdisciplinary approaches.

Conclusions

  • The study provides a framework for strengthening the journal's objectives and impact.
  • Recommendations include enhancing IPE dimensions, assessing EPE trends, and preventing editorial corruption.
  • Proposals for an Editorial Ombudsperson and regular progress reviews are made.

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