Aims & Scope
The Inter Disciplinary Journal of Asian-Middle Eastern Studies (JAMES - ID) aims to comprehensively examine interdisciplinary issues at the nexus between the Middle East and Asia – to be published online.

The geo-economic and political relationship between the two land-linked regions of the Middle East and Asia, neglected over a century of European and American hegemony, has rapidly grown, becoming more independent of “Western” interests. Borne of their geographic connectedness and strategic assets, a myriad of commercial ties, large scale joint developments and major infra-structure projects, mutual investment arrangements and general social, political and economic cooperation has surged. The availability of information on the subject has nonetheless remained surprisingly scarce. 

Major diplomatic initiatives from the China – Arab Co-operation Forum to major oil and gas pipeline projects suggest a new era has dawned on Middle East - Asian relations, require more thorough redress. 

JAMES' goal is to be a leading journal carving an academic niche of its own by publishing exclusive, original and important papers, articles, documents, reports, surveys and other works in the major fields, sub and inter-disciplinary fields surveying the the existing condition and the panoply of burgeoning disciplines related to Asia and the Middle East.

JAMES' goal is to be a leading journal publishing original and important papers, articles, documents, reports, surveys and other works in major fields, sub and inter-disciplinary fields surveying

JAMES aims to encourage through publication the emergence of new disciplines, larger numbers of scholars and more refined tools and more comprehensive information to better understand the complex realities, interconnectedness and overall potentials inherent in the region.

JAMES aims to become a forum and platform for scholars and experts dealing with larger regional issues and to serve as a medium for the dissemination of their scholarly and informed contributions, knowledge, insight and skills to an even wider audience of researchers, policy makers, political scientists, diplomats, teachers, government, non-government and commercial organizations, professional and technical consultants, students, and any interested citizens, who in turn, it is hoped, will promote informed, harmonious and mutually beneficial development.

JAMES' editorial advisors seek to more rigorously guide the exploration of themes, policies and ideas they consider important, by prioritizing publishing of focused papers and other material of their choice.

Themes and Structure
JAMES aims at including historical and cultural perspectives relating to Asia and the Middle East, while primarily addressing the most current political, economic, diplomatic, administrative, religious, social, demographic, military and strategic issues, with attention to major trade and industrial phenomena developing between the regions; international projects,  infrastructure projects, mutual interests in energy, sustainability,  the environment, green technology, international relations, and peace building issues.

The editors may choose to permit the submission of journalist pieces such as interviews or personal accounts which are deemed by the advisory board to be a contribution to the body of knowledge on the subject and useful for scholars, researchers and other users of the journal.

Notes on Editing, Peer Review Policy and Article Style
To submit an article, or for queries, email: israelasiacenter@gmail.com

• All research articles in this journal will undergo editorial screening and peer review.
• The editor particularly welcomes submissions that include new and / or innovative research, and policy-relevant material which interfaces with scholarship, policymaking, journalism, personal and professional experience, scholarly research and empiricism.
• JAMES accepts and encourages submission of high quality and important articles from prestigious Asian/ Middle Eastern language journals which have been selected for their quality and relevance, and which are fully reviewed, and meticulously translated into English.
• JAMES accepts and encourages interdisciplinary articles and encourages foci on regional cooperation.
• Seminal articles and broad policy proposals are welcome.
• Articles, pieces, proposals and policy papers submitted by non academics (without Ph.D.) including students, industry or NGO professionals, journalists, policymakers and politicians are accepted so long as they significantly contribute to the subject, are peer reviewed and approved by the JAMES advisory board.
• JAMES maintains the character of a journal that serves its membership. This may include reports and updates of its members' activities, coverage of specific initiatives and events.
• JAMES may initiate and sponsor events, academic forums or research projects for the further investigation of subjects it has covered in the past or its editorial board wishes to initiate.