A Bibliometric Analysis of International Relations In Sights Across Economics, Business Finance and Social Sciences

This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to understand the interdisciplinary structure and thematic trends in the international relations literature. Articles published in the Web of Science (WoS) database between 1994 and 2025 with "international relations" in their titles were analyzed. Findings reveal deep connections between the international relations literature and economic, political, and social processes. Notably, concepts like "foreign direct investment" and "global governance" occupy a central place in the literature. While Western dominance persists, contributions from actors like China and India are increasingly significant. The thematic diversity in the literature highlights the necessity of addressing international relations within an interdisciplinary framework. This study evaluates the current state of the literature and aims to offer a new perspective on the theoretical frameworks and methodological approaches within the discipline