1.特刊编辑

Yonghong Wu, University of Macau

yonghongwu@um.edu.mo

Bo Wen, University of Macau

bowen@um.edu.mo

Taek Kyu Kim,University of Exeter

T.K.Kim@exeter.ac.uk

Hang Qi, University of Macau

hangqi@um.edu.mo

2.期刊信息

Submit an article to International Journal of Public Administration

View International Journal of Public Administration on Taylor & Francis Online

Read the Instructions for Authors on International Journal of Public Administration

3.征稿主题

With the rapid advancement of digital technologies, innovations such as artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and blockchain are not only transforming public service delivery but also reshaping decision-making processes, civic participation, power dynamics, organizational structures, and administrative reforms within the public sector. As a result, the modernization of governance has emerged as a central issue for governments worldwide. Addressing this challenge requires alternative forms of collaboration between the public and private sectors, with improved governance models that can respond to the complexity, uncertainty, and cross-boundary issues that characterize today’s society. Against this backdrop, this special issue seeks to integrate cutting-edge research from both scholars and practitioners, fostering an in-depth dialogue between theoretical perspectives and real-world applications, and advancing the theoretical development of governance models for the public sector.We invite manuscripts utilizing qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method, and conceptual/theoretical approaches focused on one or more of the themes listed below:

Reforming governance structure through digital technology

Data governance and intelligent regulation

Algorithmic governance and public value

Digital participation and democratic innovation

Risk governance and resilience building

Artificial intelligence and the transformation of public finance

Digitalization of public personnel management

Digital technology and social governance

4.提交说明

Proposals should be submitted directly to one of the guest editors at hangqi@um.edu.mo by January 31, 2026. Please use the subject line: “IJPA Special Issue on Modernizing Governance in the Digital Era.” Submissions must not exceed 750 words (excluding references) and should include the full names and institutional affiliations of all authors.

Authors will be notified of decisions regarding their proposals by March 31, 2026. Early submissions are encouraged, as are inquiries and expressions of interest. All proposals will be assessed based on the following criteria:

Relevance to the major themes outlined aboveAcademic significance and strength of theoretical/conceptual foundationsClarity and originality of the research questionSoundness of the proposed research methods and data sourcesPreliminary results and findingsPotential contributions to theory or practice

Please note that acceptance of an abstract does not guarantee final publication, nor does feedback from the special issue editors. Each manuscript submitted to the special issue will be peer-reviewed and subject to the same high-quality standards that are upheld for all manuscripts submitted to IJPA. For more information about IJPA and manuscript guidelines, please visit: https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/lpad20

5.重要时间节点

January 31, 2026 – Proposal abstracts due

March 31, 2026 – Decisions on proposals

July 31, 2026 – Full paper submissions due

6.特邀编辑联系方式及介绍

Yonghong Wu, University of Macau, yonghongwu@um.edu.mo

Bo Wen, University of Macau, bowen@um.edu.mo

Taek Kyu Kim, University of Exeter, T.K.Kim@exeter.ac.uk

Hang Qi, University of Macau, hangqi@um.edu.mo

7.征稿通知链接

https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/TREYOhqCE-vSr_kst4JZ3Q?scene=1&click_id=1