Editorial Note

Abstract

It is with great pride and commitment that we present to our readers the latest issue of the Pakistan Journal of Economic Studies (PJES)—a peer-reviewed, open-access platform dedicated to the dissemination of high-quality research in economics and its related disciplines. PJES continues to serve as a voice for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers who aim to deepen our understanding of economic challenges and propose evidence-based solutions.

In an era marked by rapid global change, economic volatility, and pressing development needs, particularly in emerging economies like Pakistan, the role of academic research has become more critical than ever. This journal seeks to highlight diverse economic perspectives—both theoretical and empirical—on topics ranging from macroeconomic policy and international trade to environmental sustainability and digital transformation.

Our editorial team remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding rigorous peer-review standards and ethical publication practices. We are also actively working to enhance the journal's visibility, indexing, and international collaborations, with the goal of making PJES a reference point for quality research in South Asia and beyond.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to our esteemed editorial board, reviewers, contributors, and supporting staff, whose dedication and scholarly insight make each issue possible. I also welcome feedback from our readers, as it is your engagement that inspires us to evolve and expand the journal's impact.

We invite researchers, academics, and policymakers to continue contributing to the Pakistan Journal of Economic Studies and join us in building a more equitable and sustainable economic future.

Warm regards,

Dr Abid Rashid Gill

Editor-in-Chief

Pakistan Journal of Economic Studies (PJES)

Islamia University of Bahawalpur

abid.rashid@iub.edu.pk