Nation State: Journal of International Studies is a peer-reviewed journal under the management of the International Relations Department, Faculty of Economics and Social Science, Universitas Amikom Yogyakarta, in collaboration with Asosiasi Ilmu Hubungan Internasional Indonesia - AIHII (The Indonesian Association of International Relations). In 2022, Nation State: Journal of International Studies (NSJIS) achieved the Sinta 3 (S3) ranking based on the Decree number 105/E/KPT/2022 issued by the Directorate General of Higher Education, Research and Technology Ministry of Education and Culture, Republic of Indonesia. It reflects the recognition of Nation State: Journal of International Studies as a one of reputable journal in Indonesia. This achievement serves as a recognition to the rigorous review process, the dedication of our editorial team, and the significant contributions of our authors and reviewers. It also signifies our ongoing commitment to fostering excellence and contributing to the advancement of International Relations.

Aim
Nation State: Journal of International Studies aimed at fostering the scholarly work dissemination and research findings in the field of International Relations through interdisciplinary perspectives to further enrich the understanding of International Relations dynamics and its various dimensions. The journal strives to contribute to the development of knowledge and the advancement of International Relations.

Mission
The mission of Nation State: Journal of International Studies is to foster critical analysis, theoretical insights, and empirical research on a wide range of topics in International Relations. The journal is committed to upholding academic standards and promoting intellectual diversity and inclusiveness in the field of in International Relations.

What We Publish?
Nation State: Journal of International Studies publishes primarily original research articles, perspectives, and short-form essays. We strive to create a collaborative and engaging platform for scholars from domestic and abroad to exchange ideas, share their expertise, and contribute to academic discourse on contemporary global issues.

Who Can Contribute?
We welcome academic works from researchers, scholars and practitioners as well as postgraduate students from domestic and abroad to disseminate their scholarly work to the Nation State: Journal of International Studies and actively participate in the dynamic of intellectual community in the field of International Relations. We look forward to your valuable contribution and involvement in shaping the contemporary and future of International Relations.

Publisher & Publication Frequency

• Publisher: Faculty of Economics and Social Science, Universitas Amikom Yogyakarta.
• Managing Body: International Relations Department, Universitas Amikom Yogyakarta.
• Publication Frequency: Nation State: Journal of International Studies periodically publishes two editions in a year, i.e., in June and December.

Open Access
Since its establishment in 2018, Nation State: Journal of International Studies has fully open access, which means that all articles published are freely available on the website immediately upon publication without any barriers, enabling immediate and widespread dissemination scholarly works. We believe in the power of open access to promote knowledge sharing, global collaboration, and the democratization of scholarly works.