This magazine mainly publishes academic papers on international relations theory, international security, international political economy, diplomacy, regional and country studies, foreign policy, and research methods, with a particular emphasis on research results related to China's foreign policy and Asia Pacific international relations. At the same time, academic review articles and book reviews with strong academic significance should also be appropriately published. The magazine has multiple columns, such as editor's message, international relations forecast, etc.

The purpose of International Political Science is to increase scientific understanding of international relations, advocate for diversity in international relations theory schools and research methods, and strive to promote the use of scientific methods and draw on knowledge from other disciplines to study international relations. It advocates for a combination of theoretical and policy research, and promotes innovative research with higher academic value and practical significance.