Open Access Asia

"Open Access Asia (OAA) is a united movement of collective minds and communities responding to the growing threat of predatory journals and publishers in the scholarly publishing landscape, particularly within Asia. These deceptive entities exploit researchers by luring them to submit valuable manuscripts and charging excessive fees for open-access publication. They often fail to provide the rigorous peer review and editorial standards upheld by legitimate journals.

Recognizing the significant impact of this issue, Open Access Asia is dedicated to bringing together a broad coalition of stakeholders, including academic institutions, publishers, and researchers, to develop a comprehensive plan that enables researchers to publish their work in reputable open-access journals confidently. By working together, we aim to raise awareness about predatory practices, set high standards for scholarly publishing, and provide resources to help identify and avoid predatory journals. This collaborative effort is essential to protecting the quality and credibility of academic research and ensuring that valuable scientific findings are shared through ethical and trustworthy channels. Let us join forces to safeguard the future of scholarly publishing in Asia...."