JAAS is a peer-reviewed journal of area studies recognised for cutting-edge disciplinary and interdisciplinary research on important and timely issues and debates. The areas of social science, humanities, and public policy research that focus on the dynamics of global change and development of Asian and African nations, societies, cultures, and diasporas. The journal also welcomes comparative scholarly contributions that deal with cross-national and global perspectives. Submit your manuscript today at https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/jaas .