Peer-Review Procedures:
1.    The manuscript shall, at the initial stage, undergo a preliminary desk review (Desk Review) to assess:
a.    Its relevance to the journal’s scope and field of specialization.
b.    Its compliance with the submission requirements.
c.    Its suitability for referral to academic peer review.
2.    A manuscript that passes the preliminary desk review shall undergo double-blind peer review.
3.    In the event of conflicting peer-review results, the manuscript shall be referred to a third reviewer to determine the outcome of the review.
4.    Each reviewer shall submit a report evaluating the manuscript’s suitability for publication and providing any proposed revisions, if applicable, based on the following criteria:
a.    Originality, novelty, and scholarly contribution.
b.    Organization and coherence.
c.    Quality of the research.
d.    Strength of analysis and reasoning.
e.    Clarity and quality of writing.
f.    Accuracy of source and reference citations.
5.    The possible peer-review outcomes are as follows:
a.    Acceptance without revisions.
b.    Acceptance subject to minor revisions.
c.    Acceptance subject to major revisions.
d.    Rejection.

6.    The researcher shall be provided with a copy of the peer-review report or reports, as applicable, with the names of the reviewers removed, in order to maintain the confidentiality of the peer-review process.
7.    The researcher must make the required revisions to the manuscript in accordance with the reviewers’ comments within a maximum period of three months from the date of notification, failing which the manuscript shall be deemed withdrawn.
8.    Reviewers and members of the editorial board must maintain strict confidentiality with respect to all information and documents related to the peer-review process.
9.    Upon final acceptance of the manuscript, the journal shall issue an official letter of acceptance for publication.
10.    Researchers whose manuscripts have been rejected may, upon request, obtain a copy of the peer-review reports with the names of the reviewers removed, in accordance with the procedures adopted by the journal.