The Journal of Greater Mekong Studies (JGMS), published by the Cambodian Institute for Cooperation and Peace (CICP), is pleased to invite submissions of manuscripts for its upcoming issue. The journal is dedicated to fostering informed dialogue and advancing scholarly research on the political, security, economic, socio-cultural, and environmental dimensions of the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS).

Scope and Themes

We welcome original research articles, review essays, and policy briefs that explore topics including but not limited to:

• Regional Integration and Economic Development


• Security Challenges and Conflict Resolution


• Environmental Sustainability and Natural Resource Management


• Cross-Border Cooperation and Infrastructure Development


• Cultural Exchange, Heritage, and Tourism


• Governance, Civil Society, and Social Transformation


• Public Health and Human Security

The JGMS publishes work from diverse disciplinary perspectives—political science, international relations, economics, sociology, anthropology, law, and more—and encourages both theoretical and applied contributions. Submissions must provide fresh insights and ideally offer policy relevance for stakeholders in the GMS.

Submission Guidelines

• Manuscript Length: Research articles should be 3000 to 4000 words (including references), while review essays and policy briefs may vary from 2,000–3,000 words.


• Format: Manuscripts should be double-spaced, with references in APA style (7th edition).


• Abstract: Each submission must include an abstract of no more than 250 words and up to five keywords.


• Originality: Submissions must be original, previously unpublished work, and not under consideration elsewhere.


• Peer Review: All submissions will undergo a rigorous blind peer review process to ensure the highest academic standards.

Important Dates

• Submission Deadline: March 1, 2025


• Notification of Acceptance: April 1, 2025


• Publication Date: June 2025

How to Submit

Please email your manuscript in Word format (doc/docx) to editor@cicp.org.kh with the subject line: “JGMS Submission – [Your Title].”  For questions regarding the journal’s scope, submission requirements, or editorial policies, please contact the JGMS Editorial Office at editor@cicp.org.kh. We look forward to your contributions and to fostering scholarly dialogue that can inform policy, practice, and research in the Greater Mekong Subregion. Thank you for your interest and support.