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This study provides an in-depth bibliometric assessment of the Library and Information Science (LIS) sector within the ASEAN region from 2018 to 2022, leveraging data from the Scopus core collection. The overarching goal was to uncover current research patterns, collaborations, and productivity, subsequently crafting a strategic blueprint to enhance ASEAN LIS research’s global prominence. Methodologically, the research employed Scopus All Science Journal Classification Codes (ASJC) for LIS to retrieve a comprehensive set of relevant publications. Out of an initial count of 65,822 documents, refined search parameters narrowed this to 2768 outputs, or 4.2% of total LIS documents, for the specified timeframe and region. Key observations from the data depict a significant shift in 2020, likely influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring the importance of timely, relevant research. Countries such as Malaysia and Singapore emerged as leading contributors, emphasizing quality research, while Indonesia’s substantial output did not necessarily guarantee citation impact. The study accentuates the increasing importance of interdisciplinary collaborations, as evident from platforms like the International Journal of Information Management. For ASEAN’s sustained growth in the global LIS arena, the emphasis should be on leveraging individual nation strengths, reinforcing international ties, and prioritizing globally relevant research themes.
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The research leading to these results received funding from Geran Pembudayaan Penyelidikan Dana UiTM Cawangan Selangor (DUCS 4.0) under Grant Agreement No. 600-UiTMSEL (PI. 5/4) (003/2022).
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Abdullah Sani, M.K.J., Shari, S., Sahid, N.Z. et al. ASEAN Library and Information Science (LIS) research (2018–2022): a bibliometric analysis with strategies for enhanced global impact. Scientometrics 129, 95–125 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11192-023-04878-0
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