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Dear readers, the Journal of Geographical Research has been launched as a peer-reviewed scientific periodical issued by the Saudi Geographical Society. It aims to publish scientific studies and specialized research in various fields of science and geographical studies, written by experts in the field at the present time, while presenting new developments and innovative discoveries in the specialty, and encouraging readers and researchers. To share their ideas and experiences, to deepen knowledge, fulfill academic capabilities and needs, and convey the voice of experienced and competent writers and researchers to the whole world. The journal adheres to solid scientific standards in arbitration and publishing, and the editorial board includes an elite group of professors and researchers with experience in the field. The journal seeks, through their distinguished skills, to be a preferred scientific reference for researchers in geographical specialties, in order to achieve the mission of the Saudi Geographical Society in achieving geographical scientific progress and achieving balance. environmental and cultural; Strengthening community and development contributions through research activities, and strengthening national identity through publishing peer-reviewed scientific research.

The magazine is published in both languages (Arabic and English) in all fields related to geography. It invites all researchers and faculty members to participate. The magazine also welcomes innovative research and interdisciplinary studies that address contemporary issues in this field. It is required that research submitted for publication in the magazine be characterized by novelty and originality. Scientific depth, and the magazine pays special attention to research that provides new insights into the geographical field and the associated research tools, methods and models.

The magazine aspires to live up to the hopes placed upon it in serving faculty members, graduate students, researchers and specialists, and achieving the mission of the Saudi Geographical Society.

On my own behalf and on behalf of my fellow members of the editorial board and the journal’s administrative staff, I welcome all visitors to the journal’s website, whether they are researchers interested in publishing their scientific products, those wishing to benefit from the journal’s research and its special publications, or those wishing to participate in the arbitration of scientific research submitted to the journal.

The magazine's electronic website - which is in your hands, dear reader - provides a detailed explanation of the steps for registering in the magazine's program, submitting scientific research for publication, and participating in arbitration. It also provides important information about the publishing rules, information about the members of the editorial board, and means of communication with the magazine.

Thanks go to the administration of King Saud University for providing everything that would serve scientific research, facilitate its paths, and serve researchers. May God’s peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and all his companions.

Chairman of the magazine's editorial board

Prof. Dr. Awatif bint Shujaa bin Ali Al-Sharif