Journal profile · INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Asia Europe Journal
ISSN 1610-2932 · eISSN 1612-1031 · Springer Nature · 4 issues per year
Asia Europe Journal: CAS Zone 3 · Sociology (2025 upgraded edition); impact factor 1.67; hybrid open access; APC about USD 3,090; median 210 days to acceptance (82 articles, last 24 months); 58 articles in 2025; indexed in SSCI and Scopus.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Asia Europe Journal is published by Springer Nature and is in Zone 3 of Sociology in the CAS Journal Ranking (2025 upgraded edition). By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are International Relations and Foreign Policy, European Union Policy and Governance and Global trade and economics, together about 37.4% of its articles. Its main subfields are Political Science and International Relations. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
The Asia Europe Journal is a quarterly journal dedicated to publishing quality academic papers and policy discussions on both region-specific and common challenges facing Asia and Europe. The journal aims to foster rigorous academic dialogue and research on the multifaceted relationships between Asia and Europe. It serves as a platform for scholarship that examines the dynamics and complexities of Asia-Europe interactions, offering fresh insights into both historical and contemporary linkages. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary research that spans fields such as: Political science and international relations, focusing on governance, regional cooperation, and security Economics and trade, addressing aspects like economic integration, policy analysis, and sustainable development Cultural studies and sociology, exploring identity, migration, cultural exchange, and cross-cultural communication Environmental studies and public health, with a focus on global challenges that demand collaborative approaches between Asia and Europe The Authors are advised to consider the following points while assessing the suitability of their research for possible publication in the journal: Relevance of the topic and research area, pertaining to one country/region or preferably to both regions - Asia and Europe Reference to bi-regional implications, regional comparisons, or issues of bi-regional significance are explicitly welcomed Issues of critical importance to any nation which may have lessons for other nations of the region are of interest as well Contributions should be written in a manner that is accessible also to non-specialists and an interdisciplinary audience. This is required of papers that contain quantitative analyses as well. The Asia Europe Journal provides a platform for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners interested in Asia-Europe relations, aiming to inform both the academic community and policy-making efforts. The journal encourages innovative research methodologies, comparative analyses, and case studies that deepen the understanding of Asia-Europe dynamics in a globalized world. The Journal welcomes proposals from Guest Editors for special issues or special sections.
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Editor-in-chief Wei ShenPublisher website
Editorial board by country: 4 in mainland China (about 11%); most named India 5, Mainland China 4, United Kingdom 3, Germany 3, Singapore 3 (35 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- International Relations and Foreign PolicySocial Sciences13.1%
- European Union Policy and GovernanceSocial Sciences12.9%
- Global trade and economicsEconomics, Econometrics and Finance11.4%
- International Development and AidSocial Sciences11.4%
- Global Peace and Security DynamicsSocial Sciences4.2%
- Global Financial Crisis and PoliciesEconomics, Econometrics and Finance3.8%
- Korean Peninsula Historical and Political StudiesSocial Sciences3.6%
- European and International Law StudiesSocial Sciences3.3%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Sociology Zone 3
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Sociology | Zone 3 |
| Minor | International Relations | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: no
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Sociology Zone 3
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Sociology | Zone 3 |
| Minor | International Relations | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: not marked
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Sociology Zone 3
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Sociology | Zone 3 |
| Minor | International Relations | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: no
Database indexing
SSCIScopusLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Indexing the journal's website claims
SCIEEconLitCurrent ContentsPublisher website
Other: Google Scholar, EBSCO, ProQuest, Dimensions, CNKI, Baidu, Naver, OCLC, Portico, CLOCKSS, RePEc
As the journal's website lists them, not checked against each database; for Web of Science editions the records above apply.
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- Impact factor
- 1.67LetPub ·
- Impact factor (publisher) 2025
- 1.8Publisher website ·
- 5-year impact factor (publisher) 2025
- 1.8Publisher website ·
- CiteScore 2026-06
- 3.2LetPub ·
- SJR 2026-06
- 0.53LetPub ·
- SNIP 2026-06
- 0.89LetPub ·
- h-index
- 36OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 239OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 1.52OpenAlex ·
- Self-citation rate
- 16.7%LetPub ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 33.64%LetPub ·
Volume
- Articles per year
- 55LetPub ·
- Downloads per year (publisher) 2025
- 253,700Publisher website ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 937 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 | 8 | 1 |
| 2025 | 58 | 26 | 79 |
| 2024 | 23 | 11 | 81 |
| 2023 | 34 | 17 | 182 |
| 2022 | 11 | 8 | 98 |
| 2021 | 52 | 29 | 516 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
Review time from article dates manuscript dates registered with Crossref · to
210 daysMedian, submission to acceptance · P25–P75 137 days – 320 days
- Acceptance to online
- median 16 days (82 articles)
- Submission to online
- median 228 days
- Sample
- 82 articles with submission and acceptance dates (86 in the window); the latest was accepted on
Only articles that were accepted and published are counted, not the time spent on rejected manuscripts, so this usually runs longer than a publisher's "time to first decision".
Other sources
- Submission to first decision
- 54 daysPublisher website ·
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewPublisher website
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Hybrid open accessLetPub
A subscription journal in which authors can pay to publish their article open access.
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OpenAlex | USD 3,090 / EUR 2,490 / GBP 2,190 | — | — |
A hybrid journal charges the APC only when the author chooses open access; publishing under the subscription model is usually free.
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare5 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- 150–250 words
- Keywords
- ≥ 4
- Manuscript length
- ≤ 8,000 words
- Reference style
- Author–date
- Suggested reviewers
- Optional
Article types accepted3, with length limits
- editorialDouble-blind peer review This journal follows a double-blind reviewing procedure. This means that the author will remain anonymous to the reviewers throughout p…Length not stated
- research paperResearch papers should have a length of up to 8000 words (including charts, bibliography, notes, etc.). They are subject to double-blind review. Policy briefs a…main text ≤ 8,000 words
- reviewResearch papers should have a length of up to 8000 words (including charts, bibliography, notes, etc.). They are subject to double-blind review. Policy briefs a…Length not stated
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAI use, Authorship, Conflicts of interest, Data availability, Publication ethics, License & copyright, Open access, Peer review
- AI use Generative AI Images
Please check Springer’s policy on generative AI images and make sure your work adheres to the principles described therein. Back to top
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Authorship Authorship principles
These guidelines describe authorship principles and good authorship practices to which prospective authors should adhere to. Authorship clarified The Journal and Publisher assume all authors agreed with the content and that all gave explicit consent to submit and that they obtained consent from the responsible authorities at the institute/organization where the work has been carried out, before th…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Conflicts of interest Disclosures and declarations
All authors are requested to include information regarding sources of funding, financial or non-financial interests, study-specific approval by the appropriate ethics committee for research involving humans and/or animals, informed consent if the research involved human participants, and a statement on welfare of animals if the research involved animals (as appropriate). The decision whether such …
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Data availability Data availability statements
All original research must include a data availability statement. This statement should explain how to access data supporting the results and analysis in the article, including links/citations to publicly archived datasets analysed or generated during the study. Please see our full policy here. If it is not possible to share research data publicly, for instance when individual privacy could be com…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Publication ethics Compliance with Ethical Standards
To ensure objectivity and transparency in research and to ensure that accepted principles of ethical and professional conduct have been followed, authors should include information regarding sources of funding, potential conflicts of interest (financial or non-financial), informed consent if the research involved human participants, and a statement on welfare of animals if the research involved an…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- License & copyright Copyright
Open Choice articles do not require transfer of copyright as the copyright remains with the author. In opting for open access, the author(s) agree to publish the article under a Creative Commons license. Details of the OA licences offered to authors can be found on the individual journal website, in the journal's How to publish with us guide. Back to top
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access Open access publishing
To find out more about publishing your work Open Access in Asia Europe Journal, including information on fees, funding and licences, visit our Open access publishing page. Back to top
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Double-blind peer review
This journal follows a double-blind reviewing procedure. This means that the author will remain anonymous to the reviewers throughout peer review. It is the responsibility of the author to anonymize the manuscript and any associated materials. Author names, affiliations and any other potentially identifying information should be removed from the manuscript text and any accompanying files (such as …
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- Springer Nature
- Frequency
- 4 issues per year
- ISSN
- 1610-2932
- Electronic ISSN
- 1612-1031
- Latest issue on the website
- Volume 24, Issue 2 (June 2026)
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗OpenAlex
- Submission system ↗Publisher website
- Author guidelines ↗LetPub
- Special issues ↗Publisher website
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Asia Europe Journal
What CAS zone is Asia Europe Journal in?
In the 2025 upgraded edition of the CAS Journal Ranking, Asia Europe Journal is in Zone 3 of Sociology, and in Zone 4 of the minor category International Relations. In the 2026 Xinrui edition it is in Zone 3 of Sociology. Zones from different editions, and from major and minor categories, are not interchangeable.
What is the impact factor of Asia Europe Journal?
The latest impact factor listed by LetPub is 1.67; CiteScore 3.2, h-index 36.
How long does peer review take at Asia Europe Journal?
Based on the dates recorded on 82 articles published between October 2024 and October 2026 (the last 24 months), the median time from submission to acceptance is 210 days (interquartile range 137–320 days). Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
What are the manuscript requirements of Asia Europe Journal?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: 150–250 words; Keywords: ≥ 4; Manuscript length: ≤ 8,000 words; Reference style: Author–date; Suggested reviewers: Optional. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of Asia Europe Journal based?
Of the 35 board members whose country the journal's board page names, 4 (about 11%) are in mainland China; the countries named most often are India (5), Mainland China (4) and United Kingdom (3). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Asia Europe Journal?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Asia Europe Journal is indexed in SSCI and Scopus. The journal's website also lists SCIE, EconLit and Current Contents; that list has not been checked against each database.
Is Asia Europe Journal open access, and what is the APC?
Asia Europe Journal is a hybrid journal. For open-access publication: APC about USD 3,090.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, OpenAlex, Publisher website; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-25). Last updated: .