The Journal of Public Affairs is an international, interdisciplinary journal focused on the continually evolving field of public affairs. What will make research of interest to us is an emphasis on the implications for the relationship between the public sector, the private sector and citizens. Our aim is to continue to expand the extensive body of knowledge by welcoming studies that provide multi-disciplinary investigations pivoted around this idea of public affairs.

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An interdisciplinary journal for research on the intersection between the public sector, the private sector, and citizens.

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The Journal of Public Affairs is inviting applications for the role of Associate Editor

We are excited to be seeking a new Associate Editor to build on the journal's strong foundations and continue to develop the Journal of Public Affairs as a core community resource. The deadline for applications is 18th July, 2025. Please click here for further details about the role and how to apply.


New Editorial

We are pleased to announce that the new Editorial by Co-Editors-in-Chief, Laura Corazza & Shaista Wasiuzzaman is now available.

Read their new Editorial here: A strong sense of commitment and legacy: An eye to the future

Articles

RESEARCH ARTICLE

Post-M&A Efficiency in Indian Banking Sector: Insights From Data Envelopment Analysis

Anukampa Das, Nirakar Barik, Malabika Deo, V. Lourden Selvamani, 
  •  21 July 2025
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Attracting Foreign Direct Investment in ASEAN: The Impact of Institutional Quality and Macroeconomic Drivers

Muhammad Azam Khan, Yusnidah Ibrahim, Nor Salwati Othman, Sardar Fawad Saleem, 
  •  21 July 2025
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Crude Oil Price Variability and Employment Dynamics in Pakistan: A Sectoral Analysis

Khizra Nasir, Tanvir Ahmed, Talah Numan Khan, Rabiya Nasir, 
  •  16 July 2025
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Resolving the Effectiveness–Efficiency Paradox in AI‐Enabled Public Services: Insights From the Resource‐Based View and Public Value Theory

Novianita Rulandari, Andri Dayarana K. Silalahi, 
  •  15 July 2025
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Young Household Intentions to Prevent Food Waste: An Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior and Health Belief Model

Muhammad Danish Habib, Nadia Ashraf, Festus Victor Bekun, Anar Aliyev, 
  •  10 July 2025
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The following is a list of the most cited articles based on citations published in the last three years, according to CrossRef.

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A review of literature on climate change and its impacts on agriculture productivity

Bushra Praveen, Pritee Sharma, 
  •  3 June 2019
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Social media in disaster communication: A case study of strategies, barriers, and ethical implications

Alessandro Lovari, Shannon A. Bowen, 
  •  13 June 2019
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Assessing the impact of climate change on Indian agriculture: Evidence from major crop yields

Raju Guntukula, 
  •  8 November 2019
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The effect of trade openness on economic growth: Some empirical evidence from emerging market economies

Chandrashekar Raghutla, 
  •  24 February 2020
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Public service delivery in South Africa: The political influence at local government level

Mfundo Mandla Masuku, Nokukhanya Noqiniselo Jili, 
  •  5 April 2019

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