Publication Ethics

Al-Mutafawiq Journal follows principles of integrity, transparency, fairness, confidentiality, and accountability. Authors must submit original and accurate work, disclose funding and conflicts, obtain required ethics approvals, and avoid fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, and simultaneous submission. Reviewers must provide objective, timely, confidential assessments and avoid conflicts. Editors decide on scholarly merit without discrimination and investigate complaints fairly. Corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions may be issued when errors or misconduct are confirmed, with documented procedures and an opportunity to respond or appeal.