Politics of the Low Countries (PLC) is an academic Diamond Open Access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality political science research with a regional focus on Belgium, the Netherlands, and/or Luxembourg. As the official journal of the Flemish (VPW), Francophone Belgian (ABSP), Luxembourg (LuxPol), and Dutch (NKPW) political science associations, PLC serves as a key platform for scholars interested in the politics and governance of the Benelux region. The journal’s mission is to advance the understanding of political dynamics within these countries, contributing to both the scientific field and societal discussions on key regional issues.
PLC covers all major subfields of political science, including comparative politics, political sociology, public administration, and international relations, while emphasizing themes that are central to the Benelux region. Key topics of interest include electoral politics, political parties, governance and public policy, European integration, political institutions, and regionalism. In addition, the journal encourages submissions that connect political developments in the Low Countries to broader international or comparative debates, situating local research within a global context.
