The Journal of Economics and Development has announced a Call for Papers for a special issue titled “Sustainable Growth and Welfare in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” The thematic issue will examine the growing impact of artificial intelligence on economic growth, labour markets, inequality, welfare and development strategies.
The journal is Scopus indexed and follows a diamond open access model, meaning that authors are not required to pay article processing charges for publication.
Scopus Indexed Journal Offering Free Publication
The Journal of Economics and Development is an international peer reviewed journal focusing on economics and development issues in the context of global sustainability.
The journal is indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, DOAJ and ABDC, according to the information provided in the Call for Papers. The journal follows an open access publishing model, with no author paid APCs.
The special issue provides an opportunity for researchers to contribute academic work examining the relationship between artificial intelligence, sustainable development and economic welfare.
Call for Papers on Artificial Intelligence
The special issue will focus on how artificial intelligence is reshaping economic and social systems. Research may examine the implications of AI for economic growth, labour markets, inequality, welfare systems and development strategies.
Researchers working across economics, development studies, technology, public policy, social sciences and related interdisciplinary areas may find the theme relevant to their research.
Legal researchers working on AI regulation, technology law, labour law, digital governance, economic regulation, social welfare and public policy may also consider submissions where their research fits the scope of the special issue.
Free Publication and Open Access
One of the key features of the journal is its diamond open access publishing model. Under this model, authors are not required to pay an article processing charge for publication.
The journal is published by Emerald Publishing and is described as an international peer reviewed journal. Authors should nevertheless ensure that their manuscripts meet the journal’s editorial and peer review requirements before submission.
Submission Deadline
Interested researchers are required to submit their papers by 31 October 2026.
Authors should review the official Call for Papers and the journal’s submission requirements before submitting their manuscripts.
Journal: Journal of Economics and Development
Special Issue: Sustainable Growth and Welfare in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Indexing: Scopus, Web of Science, DOAJ and ABDC
Publication Model: Diamond Open Access
Article Processing Charge: No author paid APC
Publisher: Emerald Publishing
Submission Deadline: 31 October 2026
View the Official Call for Papers at Emerald Publishing
