At Middle East Outlook, we welcome thoughtful, well-researched, and analytically rich contributions on issues shaping the Middle East, the Gulf, South Asia, and their intersections with global politics. We are particularly interested in submissions that offer original insights, critical perspectives, and empirically grounded analysis that bridge academia, policy, and public discourse.
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Commentaries: Short analytical pieces (800–1,200 words) providing timely insights into current regional and global developments.
Essays / Articles: In-depth research-based essays (1,500–2,000 words) exploring political, economic, cultural, or strategic themes.
Book Reviews: Reviews (800–1,200 words) of recently published works relevant to Middle Eastern and South Asian studies, international relations, or peace and conflict.
Editorial Guidelines
- Submissions must be original and unpublished elsewhere.
- Please use clear and accessible language that is suitable for both academic and policy audiences.
- Include a brief author bio (50–100 words) and institutional affiliation, if any.
- Citations may follow a simple hyperlink format.
- The submissions are checked for AI generation, and any draft found to be AI-generated shall be summarily rejected.
How to Submit
Send your manuscripts or pitches to:
📧 middleeastoutlookmail@gmail.com
📧 editor@middleeastoutlook.com
Our editorial team typically reviews submissions within one week, with acknowledgement of receipt sent within three days, and the publication decision conveyed within two days of review.
Note: Middle East Outlook is an independent, non-commercial scholarly platform sustained through voluntary efforts. At present, we are unable to offer monetary compensation for published contributions. Authors, however, will receive full credit for their work and visibility through our growing readership and network of scholars and policy professionals.
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