About the Journal

The Journal of Intelligent Regional Governance (JIRG) is a fully open-access, peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research on intelligent governance, regional development, and policy innovation. JIRG serves as a platform for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to exchange knowledge and explore data-driven, technology-enhanced, and policy-oriented solutions for sustainable and resilient regional governance.

The Journal of Intelligent Regional Governance (JIRG) is a fully open-access, peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research on intelligent governance, regional development, and policy innovation. JIRG provides a platform for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to exchange insights and address the complexities of governance in regional and urban settings. By integrating data-driven decision-making, smart technologies, and governance frameworks, JIRG explores how intelligence can enhance regional resilience, economic sustainability, and social equity in a rapidly evolving world.

Focus Areas

JIRG covers a wide range of topics related to intelligent governance, regional planning, and policy analysis, including but not limited to:

  • Smart Governance and Policy Innovation

    • Digital transformation in governance and decision-making
    • AI and big data applications in policy evaluation
    • Public-private partnerships for regional development

  • Regional Competitiveness and Economic Development

    • Intelligent strategies for economic resilience
    • Industrial structure optimization and regional economic policies
    • Sustainable investment and financial instruments for regional growth

  • Urban-Rural Integration and Spatial Planning

    • Smart cities, digital infrastructure, and regional connectivity
    • Urban-rural linkages and balanced regional development
    • Land use policies and governance frameworks for spatial equity

  • Sustainability and Environmental Governance

    • Climate adaptation strategies for regional governance
    • Circular economy and resource-efficient regional planning
    • Sustainable transportation, mobility, and logistics systems

JIRG is committed to fostering an interdisciplinary dialogue that bridges governance, economics, urban studies, and technology, facilitating innovative solutions for sustainable regional development.

Open Access and Author Fees

JIRG is an open-access journal, ensuring that all articles are freely available to readers worldwide without subscription fees. To sustain this model, an article processing charge (APC) applies upon manuscript acceptance. However, there are no fees for accessing published content, ensuring equitable dissemination of knowledge.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their work under a Creative Commons license, allowing free access, reuse, and distribution while safeguarding intellectual property rights.

Peer Review Process

JIRG follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Manuscripts first undergo an editorial screening, followed by anonymous expert evaluations. Authors receive detailed feedback, and revisions are encouraged to enhance the quality and impact of the research. Accepted articles are assigned DOIs and published in the next available issue.

Publication Frequency

JIRG is published quarterly, with one volume released every three months (four issues annually). All articles are registered with CrossRef, ensuring long-term accessibility and citation tracking.

Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

JIRG upholds the highest standards of publication ethics, following the COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines. All submissions are evaluated based on academic merit, with strict policies against plagiarism, dual submissions, and unethical research practices.

Data Sharing and Archiving

To promote research transparency and reproducibility, JIRG encourages authors to share relevant datasets. The journal participates in the LOCKSS and CLOCKSS archival systems to ensure the long-term preservation of all published content.

Advertising and Marketing Policy

JIRG maintains editorial independence and does not accept advertising or marketing content.

Direct Marketing Statement

Any direct marketing efforts, such as calls for papers, are strictly targeted at academic audiences and conducted in a responsible manner to support scholarly communication.

Journal Ownership and Contact Information

The Journal of Intelligent Regional Governance (JIRG) is published by Jandoo Press. The editorial office can be reached at editorialoffice.jirg@press.jandoo.ac. For general inquiries, please visit our website.