Chinese Journal of International Politics

Aims & Scope

The Chinese Journal of International Politics aims to advance the systematic and rigorous study of international relations.

Besides the papers based on modern methodology, this journal also publishes research products of historical studies and policy-oriented research.

This journal is committed to providing a forum for academic papers and articles on problematic issues.

Most of its articles are either related to China or have implication for Chinese foreign policy.

The journal will cover a variety of subjects including: Chinese foreign policy Regional dynamics in East Asia Arms control and disarmament Military conflict and dispute settlement Globalization and domestic change International political economy.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.9
2024	3.00

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.702

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	41

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	8069

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	180

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• The Gathering Storm: China's Challenge to US Power in Asia

  Citation: 346

  Authors: J. J.

• From Keeping a Low Profile to Striving for Achievement

  Citation: 205

  Authors: X.

• China in International Society: Is 'Peaceful Rise' Possible?

  Citation: 191

  Authors: B.

• Socialisation as a Two-way Process: Emerging Powers and the Diffusion of International Norms

  Citation: 108

  Authors: P.

• The Tributary System as International Society in Theory and Practice

  Citation: 95

  Authors: Y., B.

• State Personhood in Ontological Security Theories of International Relations and Chinese Nationalism: A Sceptical View

  Citation: 95

  Authors: A.

• Is a New Cold War Inevitable? Chinese Perspectives on US–China Strategic Competition

  Citation: 84

  Authors: Minghao

• China Debates Soft Power

  Citation: 81

  Authors: L.

• The Rise of China and its Power Status

  Citation: 70

  Authors: Y.

• Chinese Values vs. Liberalism: What Ideology Will Shape the International Normative Order?

  Citation: 62

  Authors: Xuetong

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