Asia-Pacific Studies in Economy and Society (APSES) aims to provide an international academic exchange platform for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of economic development, social transformation, and regional governance in the Asia-Pacific region. It is dedicated to advancing the theoretical and applied development of Asia-Pacific studies in areas such as the analysis of regional economic cooperation mechanisms, the exploration of social equity and inclusion paths, the interpretation of cultural integration and identity construction, and the formulation of evidence-based policies for sustainable regional development.

The journal focuses on publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed content covering topics including, but not limited to:

• Asia-Pacific Economic Development and Cooperation: Regional Trade Agreements (e.g., RCEP, CPTPP) and Their Economic Impacts, Cross-Border Investment and Industrial Chain Layouts, Digital Economy Development in Emerging Asia-Pacific Economies, and Economic Synergy Between Coastal and Inland Regions
• Social Transformation and Equity in the Asia-Pacific: Income Distribution and Poverty Alleviation Strategies, Urbanization and Rural-Urban Gap Mitigation, Gender Equality and Women’s Economic Participation, and Social Security System Construction (e.g., Pension, Healthcare)
• Cultural Integration and Regional Identity: Cross-National Cultural Exchange and Soft Power Competition, Ethnic Cultural Preservation in Urbanization, Youth Subculture and Social Values, and Cultural Industries as Drivers of Regional Economy
• Asia-Pacific Governance and Policy Coordination: Regional Environmental Governance (e.g., Climate Change, Marine Pollution), Public Health Cooperation (e.g., Pandemic Prevention, Health Resource Sharing), Cross-Border Crisis Management (e.g., Natural Disasters, Food Security), and Policy Comparison Between Developed and Developing Asia-Pacific Countries
• Sustainable Development in the Asia-Pacific: Green Economy Transition and Carbon Neutrality Paths, Sustainable Utilization of Natural Resources (e.g., Water, Energy), Circular Economy Practices in Industrial and Agricultural Sectors, and Ecological Protection and Community Development in Border Regions
• Interdisciplinary Case Studies: Economic and Social Impacts of Belt and Road Initiative in Asia-Pacific Countries, Social Governance Models in Mega-Cities (e.g., Tokyo, Shanghai, Jakarta), Rural Revitalization Practices in Southeast Asia, and Cross-Cultural Adaptation of Migrant Populations in the Asia-Pacific