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Author Guidelines

Title Must consist of exactly 12 words—no more, no less. It must be provided in both US English and Indonesian.

Abstract Must consist of exactly 150 words—no more, no less—and include 3 to 5 keywords. It must be written in academic US English and Indonesian, ensuring complete synchronization between the two. The abstract serves as the primary storefront determining whether the manuscript proceeds to editorial review or faces a desk reject. It must be written as a single, cohesive paragraph with an absolute word count limit of exactly 150 words.

Abstract Structure and Composition:

Core Problem (First 1-2 sentences): Avoid verbose macro-level backgrounds. Directly target the core issue, such as an economic policy gap, institutional inefficiency, or a blind spot in previous literature.

Objective & Methodology: Briefly state the research objective and methodological approach (e.g., policy evaluation, political economy, or comparative study). Use the past tense to describe executed procedures.

Key Findings (40% - 50% of abstract space): Avoid descriptive "empty promises" (e.g., "This article will discuss..."). Explicitly present the critical analysis results and central arguments using the present tense.

Novelty & Implications: Conclude the narrative by asserting the research's novelty and its prescriptive impact (theoretical or practical) on the development of economic governance or public policy.

Additional Requirements:

Strictly no citations (references) or localized abbreviations that are not universally recognized.

Keywords: Include 3 to 5 highly specific, academically functional, and SEO-friendly keywords (e.g., specific economic theories or concepts). General terms like "Economy," "State," or "Policy" are strictly prohibited.

Citation and Formatting Standard Utilize Chicago Manual of Style (Full Note) footnotes placed immediately after the punctuation mark (e.g., period). Book references must include specific page numbers. Journal article references must include an active DOI. All text titles must use Capitalize Each Word (Title Case) formatting.

Introduction

The Introduction outlines the research urgency, policy analysis, or macroeconomic theoretical study. The ideal proportion for this section is 15–20% of the total manuscript length. It must be written using a deductive ("funneling") approach—moving from macro-level issues to micro-specific state economic contexts—without any sub-headings.

Problem Context (Opening Paragraph)

Avoid cliché or overly broad statements (e.g., "Indonesia is a developing country..."). Directly address the tangible root problem, which may include:

Specific economic phenomena (e.g., macroeconomic market volatility, global supply chain disruptions).

Policy tensions (clash of policies/trade-offs between growth and sustainability/ecocracy).

Market failure or government failure.

Controversial impacts of recent monetary/fiscal instruments.

State of the Art & Gap Analysis

Authors must not summarize previous research like a bibliographic catalog. Conduct a thematic synthesis by dialoguing 5–10 recent primary literatures (published within the last 5 years) from reputable databases.

Synthesis: Group economic perspectives/econometric models, contrast contradictory empirical test results, and map ongoing scholarly debates.

Gap Analysis: Act as a "moderator" highlighting blind spots, theoretical weaknesses, methodological limitations, or unexplored empirical data from previous studies.

Declaration of Novelty

Based on the identified gap, the manuscript must explicitly declare its novelty using distinguishing phrasing (e.g., "Unlike previous studies focusing on instrument [X], this study offers..."). Novelty may involve:

Object: Examining a new landscape (e.g., Web3, CBDCs, recent structural crises).

Approach: Utilizing a distinct analytical lens/methodology (e.g., Institutional Economics, Green Economy, the latest spatial econometrics models).

Comparative: Cross-country comparison of fiscal/monetary policy impacts that have not been previously assessed.

Thesis Statement and Conclusion

Avoid formulating normative objectives (e.g., "This study aims to determine..."). The concluding paragraph must contain:

Thesis Statement: The primary argument, hypothesis, or economic policy position that will be defended.

Significance: The rationale for why academics and policymakers should care about these findings.

Brief Resolution: A concise overview of the final findings or policy recommendations offered, demonstrating the manuscript's comprehensive contribution to improving state economic stability.

Problem Statement

This section contains the research problem formulated either as a direct question or an explanatory paragraph. This statement establishes the logical framework and line of reasoning that will be addressed in the subsequent sections.

Research Methodology

This section details the research design analytically and operationally. Authors are strictly prohibited from merely describing the method type or software (e.g., "using a quantitative method with software X"). Authors must provide theoretical and methodological justifications for why the chosen approach is the most valid for evaluating the economic issue/policy in question. The methodology must cover four primary pillars:

Economic Research Design and Approach: Clarify the epistemological framework and research modeling:

Quantitative/Econometrics: Use structural estimation models, time-series, panel data, or quasi-experiments (Difference-in-Differences, Regression Discontinuity Design) to test policy impacts.

Qualitative/Political Economy: Utilize Institutional Economics, in-depth policy case studies, or content analysis regarding regulatory tensions and governance.

Mixed-Methods: Combine empirical modeling and qualitative analysis to dissect complex macroeconomic phenomena.

Data Sources and Variable Specifications: Detail data characteristics transparently to ensure scientific replicability:

Secondary Data: Cite authoritative sources (e.g., Statistics Bureau, Central Banks, IMF, World Bank) along with the observation time frame.

Primary Data (if applicable): Describe sampling techniques, sample sizes, and instruments (questionnaires/interview guides).

Variable Operationalization: Strictly define dependent, independent, and control variables, complete with measurement units (e.g., percentages, indices, or billions of currency).

Data Collection and Data Cleaning: Outline the systematic pre-estimation procedures. Explain how secondary data was documented, filtering processes, handling of missing data, outlier testing, and data transformation (such as natural logarithms) to prepare the data for processing.

Data Analysis Techniques and Model Validation: Detail the "analytical lens" used to translate data into solid economic conclusions:

Model Specification: Write the basic mathematical/econometric equation using precise formal notation.

Assumption & Diagnostic Tests: State the tests used to ensure a bias-free model (e.g., multicollinearity, heteroskedasticity, autocorrelation, and stationarity).

Economic Interpretation Framework: Explain how statistical results (regression coefficients, significance, elasticity) are read theoretically to test hypotheses, evaluate policy efficiency, or identify market failures.

Discussion

This section is the core of the academic article. Authors must not present merely descriptive explanations, such as reporting raw data, quoting meaningless macro indicators, or pasting raw software output. The primary focus is presenting a critical analysis to unravel the root causes of economic problems (why) and their transmission mechanisms (how). The exposition must be structured according to the sequence of the problem statements and must encompass the following three analytical pillars:

Theoretical Operationalization: Theoretical models or economic schools of thought (e.g., Keynesian, Neo-Classical, or Institutional Economics) outlined in the theoretical framework must not serve as mere citation ornaments. The theory must operate as an active analytical tool to dissect empirical data, test hypotheses, and formulate policy solutions.

Scholarly Debate: The manuscript must establish a robust dialogue by confronting research findings (e.g., regression coefficients, elasticity, or structural findings) with prior literature. Explicitly state the position of your findings: whether they differ from, extend, or refute the theses and economic models of previous researchers.

Context Elevation and Global Impact: Even if the subject of study is local or national, authors must elevate these findings into the global macroeconomic discourse. Draw connections between the findings and issues of global monetary stability, development economics, or sustainability (green constitution). Conduct cross-country comparisons to ensure the findings possess relevance and policy impact for an international readership.

Data Visualization (Tables and Figures) Supporting data must be presented efficiently and cannot stand alone. Every visual element must be referenced, reviewed, and narratively integrated within the paragraphs according to these standard rules:

Tables: Use horizontal border lines only (no vertical lines). The table title must be placed at the top, and the data source at the bottom.

Graphs/Figures: Must be high resolution, feature axes labeled with clear units of measurement, include an informative legend, and maintain consistent sequential numbering.

Conclusion

This section provides the conclusions drawn in a paragraph format, directly referring back to the problem statement. The conclusion must not use numbering or bullet points. It must be written as a single narrative paragraph with a maximum length of exactly 4 sentences.

References A minimum of 15 references is required. Journal article references must include an active DOI. The bibliography and citations must use the Chicago Manual of Style (Full Note) format. All text titles must use Capitalize Each Word formatting.