PKU Journal of Area Studies aims to respond to the call of the times and serve national needs. Guided by the principle of academic debate, it is dedicated to consolidating and broadening the foundational research in the field of Area Studies, advocating for in-depth, specialized research approaches. The journal seeks to provide an interdisciplinary platform that brings together diverse research strengths, collectively building a China-centered, independent knowledge system of Area and Country Studies, and contributing to the training of talents in this field. Its columns include “Featured Articles,” “Theory and Methodology,” “Intellectual Debate,” “Country Studies,” “Regional Perspectives,” “Learning from Others,” and “Book Reviews.”