Review Policy

The Frequency of International Relations (FETRIAN) is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and rigor through a comprehensive double-blind peer-review process. This ensures that both reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the evaluation process, promoting unbiased and fair assessments.

Overview of the Peer-Review Process

  1. Submission Check

    • Upon submission, the manuscript is reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief to ensure compliance with the journal’s author guidelines, including adherence to formatting, word count, and thematic relevance. Manuscripts that fail to meet the basic requirements will be returned to the authors for revision or rejected outright.
  2. Assignment to Section Editor

    • Qualified Section Editors are assigned to oversee the evaluation process. They assess the manuscript’s alignment with the journal's focus and scope, ensuring the topic is suitable for the readership.
  3. Initial Internal Review

    • The assigned Section Editor conducts an internal review focusing on the manuscript’s structure, novelty, scientific reliability, and relevance. Following this, the manuscript is forwarded to an External Reviewer if deemed suitable for further evaluation.
  4. External Review Process

    • The manuscript undergoes a rigorous review by at least one External Reviewer, an expert in the subject area.

    • Reviewers evaluate the submission based on:

      • Originality and novelty of the topic
      • Scientific and methodological reliability
      • Ethical compliance
      • Contribution to the field of international relations
      • Clarity, structure, and adherence to author guidelines
      • Grammar, punctuation, and spelling (particularly for English manuscripts)
    • Reviewers complete a standardized review form, providing detailed comments, suggestions for improvement, and a recommendation on the manuscript’s suitability for publication.

  5. Final Editorial Decision

    • The Editorial Board, guided by the reviews and recommendations from both the Section Editor and External Reviewer(s), makes the final decision. Possible outcomes include:
      • Acceptance: The manuscript is accepted as is or with minor revisions.
      • Revisions Required: Authors are asked to address reviewer comments and resubmit for further evaluation.
      • Rejection: The manuscript is not deemed suitable for publication in the journal.

 

Review Criteria

Reviewers and editors evaluate submissions based on the following:

  • Novelty: Does the manuscript present original insights or a new perspective?
  • Scientific Rigor: Is the research design sound and the methodology robust?
  • Contribution to the Field: Does the work add significant value to the field of international relations?
  • Adherence to Ethical Standards: Are all ethical guidelines followed, particularly for human and animal studies?
  • Structure and Clarity: Is the manuscript well-organized and written in accordance with the journal’s guidelines?
  • Quality of References: Are the references relevant, up-to-date, and sufficient?
  • Language and Grammar: Is the manuscript linguistically clear and professionally written?

Commitment to Transparency and Fairness

FETRIAN ensures a transparent and ethical review process. Editors and reviewers are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest. Reviewers are also encouraged to provide constructive feedback to foster the improvement of submitted manuscripts.

Post-Review

Authors will be notified of the editorial decision with detailed feedback from reviewers. For manuscripts requiring revision, authors are given a specified timeline to address the comments and resubmit. Revised manuscripts may undergo additional rounds of review if necessary.