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Optimal Rules for Monetary Policy: The Case of Romania

Mircea BAHNA, Cosmin-Octavian…

Published: 30 Dec 2026

Exploring the Moral Emotions among Juvenile Delinquents in the Maldives

AUTHORS: Uyoon Fazeel Mohamed, Saeid Motevalli

Received: 23 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 10 Jan, 2026 | Published: 01 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 1-19

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20685

Understanding Life Insurance Demand In European Union: A Multidimensional Perspective

AUTHORS: Ionut-Adrian Lazar, Andreea-Roxana Danci, Maria Frandes, Mariana Let

Received: 20 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 12 Jan, 2026 | Published: 02 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 20-43

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20686

Developing Digital Islamic Social Finance Models for Micro Small Enterprises During Crisis in Indonesia

AUTHORS: Ulumuddin Nurul Fakhri, Yusuf Bin Haji Othman, Muhammadtahir Cheumar

Received: 24 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 17 Jan, 2026 | Published: 05 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 44-67

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20687

Prioritizing Digital Waqf for Micro and Small Enterprise Resilience During Economic Crisis in Indonesia

AUTHORS: Ulumuddin Nurul Fakhri, Yusuf Bin Haji Othman, Muhammadtahir Cheumar

Received: 18 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 11 Jan, 2026 | Published: 04 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 68-86

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20691

From Compliance to Institutionalization: Environmental, Social, and Governance Acceptance in Malaysia’s Manufacturing Workforce Development

AUTHORS: Omar Bin Md Dawi, Mohd Hatta Bin Jopri, Mohd Fauzi Bin Kamarudin

Received: 18 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 12 Jan, 2026 | Published: 06 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 87-95

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20692

Exploring Cybercrime Victimisation from the Restorative Justice Paradigm

AUTHORS: Douglas Suai Dimbap, N.K. Tharshini

Received: 15 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 10 Jan, 2026 | Published: 05 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 96-105

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20714

Assertive and Directive Speech Acts among Preschool Children through Affected Emotions and Behaviors

AUTHORS: Hasmahyon Binti Haji Bujang, Vijayalecthumy Subramaniam

Received: 18 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 12 Jan, 2026 | Published: 04 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 106-117

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20715

The Influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Support on the Quality of 'What If' Analysis Scenarios among University Students

AUTHORS: Afif Adri Putra Bin Ridwan, Nur Ain Masitah Binti Kusnanto, Mohd Haniff Bin Mohd Tahir

Received: 17 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 10 Jan, 2026 | Published: 02 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 118-131

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20716

The Influence of Work Environment, Motivation and Organizational Support on Employee Productivity

AUTHORS: Bibi Nabi Ahmad Khan, Zahir Osman, Nazruzila Razniza Mohd Nadzri, Noor Idayu Ismail

Received: 20 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 13 Jan, 2026 | Published: 06 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 132-145

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20717

The Relationship between Ethical Awareness and Good Governance among Public Sector Leader in Contemporary Organization: A Holistic Approach

AUTHORS: Norul Huda Binti Mat Rashid, Fadilah Binti Zaini, Kartini Binti Mat Rashid

Received: 18 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 11 Jan, 2026 | Published: 04 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 146-158

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20718

Evolving Global Innovation Paradigms and the ESG Nexus in a Fragmented World: An Evolutionary Narrative Review (2015-2025)

AUTHORS: Cheng Hu, Rafidah Binti Othman, Farah Akmar Anor Salim

Received: 21 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 14 Jan, 2026 | Published: 07 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 159-172

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20719

When Work Follows You Home: How Relationship Satisfaction Moderates the Link between After-Hours Smartphone Use and Work-Life Conflict

AUTHORS: Liew Hui Chang, Sheilla Lim Omar Lim

Received: 20 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 14 Jan, 2026 | Published: 07 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 173-189

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20724

The Impact of Digital Transformation on Logistics Management at Jordanian Pharmaceutical Companies

AUTHORS: Ahmad Suliman Alawamleh

Received: 22 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 17 Jan, 2026 | Published: 11 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 190-201

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20725

Factorial Invariance of the Kaufman Domains of Creativity Scale (K-DOCS) among Post-Basic Education Students in the Sultanate of Oman

AUTHORS: Ahmed Bin Abdullah Bin Bakhit Al-Subaie, Muhammad Nasir Muhammad Saleh, Ahmad Bin Yussuf

Received: 23 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 16 Jan, 2026 | Published: 10 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 202-220

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20736

Entrepreneurship Education in the 21st Century: A PRISMA-Based Review of Curriculum Trends and Educational Impact

AUTHORS: Anisa Mohammed Hamad Al-Kyomi

Received: 26 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 18 Jan, 2026 | Published: 09 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 221-229

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20737

Human-Centric Leadership and Organizational Resilience in Malaysia’s Insurance Sector - Post-Pandemic Insights

AUTHORS: Elilen Chandrapragasan, Khartic Rao Manokaran, Previn Sivakumar, Vilasini Krishna, Sathiya Mogan Madhu, Ananthraj Jayaprathapan

Received: 22 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 18 Jan, 2026 | Published: 11 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 230-251

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20738

Foreign Direct Investment under the UAE and Kuwaiti Legislation: A Comparative Study

AUTHORS: Mohamed Yousif Mohamed Yousif Almulla

Received: 25 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 20 Jan, 2026 | Published: 15 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 252-257

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20739

Reinvigorating Deliberative Democracy: A Narrative Review toward a Sustainable Policy Paradigm

AUTHORS: Hezzrin Mohd Pauzi, Ami Ruslan Mohd Ruslan

Received: 23 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 16 Jan, 2026 | Published: 08 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 258-268

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20740

Application of Cultural Gene Theory in the Regenerative Design of Traditional Crafts: A Case Study of Song Dynasty Hutiang Kiln Qingbai Porcelain

AUTHORS: Ruan Huixiang, Ahmadreshidi Bin Hasan

Received: 26 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 19 Jan, 2026 | Published: 12 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 269-282

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20741

Factors Influencing Learning Engagement in Blended Learning Environments: A Review and Strategic Framework

AUTHORS: Xu Xingtian, Mahendran Maniam

Received: 25 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 17 Jan, 2026 | Published: 11 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 283-290

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20761

The Sustainability of Integrity within Life’s Dynamics: Perspectives from the Individual, Organization, and Society

AUTHORS: Saifulazry Mokhtar, Mohd Sohaimi Esa, Irma Wani Othman, Abang Mohd Razif Abang Muis, Romzi Ationg, Chaiwat Meesanthan

Received: 22 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 16 Jan, 2026 | Published: 09 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 291-308

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20762

Educational Quality and Academic Life Satisfaction in Vocational Education: The Mediating Role of Academic Motivation

AUTHORS: Chang Liu, How Shwu Pyng

Received: 24 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 16 Jan, 2026 | Published: 08 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 309-322

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20763

The Efforts of the United Arab Emirates in Promoting Sustainable Development within an Islamic Vision

AUTHORS: Tariq Yousif Saeed Saeedoh Aldhuhoori, Akmaliza Binti Abdullah

Received: 24 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 20 Jan, 2026 | Published: 13 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 323-332

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20764

Supply Chain Recovery Research: A Systematic Literature Review of Focus Areas, Strategies, Methods and Emerging Sustainability Insights

AUTHORS: Ali Shuaibu Abdulrahman, Norhayati Zakuan, Teh Zaharah Yaacob, Marta Nowakowska

Received: 25 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 19 Jan, 2026 | Published: 12 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 333-354

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20765

Artificial Intelligence and the Enhancement of Digital Governance of Islamic Awqaf

AUTHORS: Hamad Saeed Dhuhai Khalifa Alkaabi, Ahmad Bin Che Yaacob

Received: 25 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 17 Jan, 2026 | Published: 10 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 355-367

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20766

The Effectiveness of Educational Endowments in Rationalizing Public Spending: A Case Study of the United Arab Emirates

AUTHORS: Taleb Abdulla Matar Ali Alrumaithi, Ahmad Bin Che Yaacob

Received: 25 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 20 Jan, 2026 | Published: 11 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 368-381

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20767

An Assessment of the Effectiveness of Educational Waqf in Promoting Cultural Development in the United Arab Emirates

AUTHORS: Taleb Abdulla Matar Ali Alrumaithi, Ahmad Bin Che Yaacob

Received: 24 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 18 Jan, 2026 | Published: 13 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 382-390

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20768

Gender Discrimination and Turnover Intention among Women Managers: A Literature Review

AUTHORS: Zhenzhen Ding, Norashikin Binti Mahmud, Amalina Ibrahim

Received: 26 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 20 Jan, 2026 | Published: 12 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 391-404

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20769

Exploring Employee’s Perceptions towards Leadership Communication in Public Sector Organizations in UAE: A Qualitative Study

AUTHORS: Reda Abdelfattah Arafat Alnemrawi, Mohd Izhar Ariff Bin Mohd Kashim, Ahmad Yunus Bin Mohd Noor

Received: 29 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 23 Jan, 2026 | Published: 14 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 405-429

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20770

Linguistic Capital and Political Authority: A Discourse Analysis of Southeast Asian Leaders’ Statement at COP29

AUTHORS: Rafidah Sahar, Sitti Nuratika Samsuddin

Received: 28 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 19 Jan, 2026 | Published: 13 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 430-447

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20772

The Role of Organizational Support in Promoting Work-Life Balance among Academic Staff: Evidence from Malaysian Public Universities

AUTHORS: Shahrulanuar Mohamed, Erwan Ismail, Norliah Kudus, Mahadi Abu Hassan, Ab. Rahman, Z.

Received: 26 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 19 Jan, 2026 | Published: 14 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 448-457

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20773

Understanding Digital Technology Adoption: A Review of the Technology Acceptance Model

AUTHORS: Jia Li Duan, Goh Chin Fei, Tan Owee Kowang, Azmirul Ashaari, Halimah Mohd Yusof

Received: 27 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 22 Jan, 2026 | Published: 15 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 458-469

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20774

The Effect of Board Composition on Firm Performance: A Review

AUTHORS: Chen Rou, Loo Jie Lin, Goh Chin Fei, Tan Owee Kowang, Halimah Mohd Yusof

Received: 27 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 22 Jan, 2026 | Published: 14 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 470-483

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20788

Readiness of Primary School Mathematics Teachers for the Implementation of the Inclusive Education Programme

AUTHORS: Selena Kua Jerry, Muhammad Sofwan Bin Mahmud

Received: 27 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 20 Jan, 2026 | Published: 13 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 484-497

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20789

Designing an Empathetic and Inclusive Digital Animal Adoption Marketplace: A Conceptual Framework for Malaysia

AUTHORS: Eliana Takbir Ahmad, Haliyana Khalid

Received: 28 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 22 Jan, 2026 | Published: 12 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 498-512

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20790

Assessing the Safety and Health Needs of Migrant Workers in Worker Dormitories: Lessons from a Public Health Crisis

AUTHORS: Intan Suria Hamzah, Khairul Ghufran Kaspin, Nor Azira Ayob, Nadirah Mohd Azmi, Norazlan Hadi Yaacob, Sity Daud

Received: 27 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 22 Jan, 2026 | Published: 15 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 513-534

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20791

A Study on Improving Children's Sex Education Cognition with Animation

AUTHORS: Tiancong Chen, Julina Binti Ismail @ Kamal

Received: 25 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 19 Jan, 2026 | Published: 14 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 535-550

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20792

Modelling Profit Margin of Islamic Banking from a Theoretical Perspective: A Research Note

AUTHORS: Maisyarah Stapah @ Salleh, Bayu Taufiq Possumah, Nizam Ahmat

Received: 28 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 23 Jan, 2026 | Published: 17 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 551-569

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20793

The Gendered Code: Exploring Feminist Art through Artificial Intelligence

AUTHORS: Yayi Mao, Elis Syuhaila Mokhtar

Received: 26 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 21 Jan, 2026 | Published: 15 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 570-577

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20794

Personal Consideration in Professional Football Contracts

AUTHORS: Balqees Mohamed Jumah ALsawayah ALnuaimi, Nurazmallail Bin Marni

Received: 29 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 23 Jan, 2026 | Published: 16 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 578-591

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20795

Problems in Learning English Academic Writing among ESL Undergraduate Students at Public and Private Universities in Malaysia

AUTHORS: Khairunnisa Azmar, Abu Bakar Razali, Norhakimah Khaiessa Ahmad

Received: 29 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 24 Jan, 2026 | Published: 15 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 592-608

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20799

When Policy Meets Practice: A Multi-College Qualitative Study of Systemic Misalignment in Outcome-based Assessment

AUTHORS: Ruslan Achok, Kamisah Osman

Received: 03 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 26 Jan, 2026 | Published: 20 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 609-627

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20800

Assessing the Reliability of Integrated Model of Behavioural Prediction Framework for Conservation Behaviour in Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark

AUTHORS: Mohd Shafiq Hassan, Mohamad Syahrul Nizam Ibrahim, Fiffy Hanisdah Saikim, Sharina Abdul Halim, Sofiana Waslin

Received: 29 Dec, 2025 | Revised: 23 Jan, 2026 | Published: 19 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 628-637

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20805

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Earnings Management and High-Quality Auditors: A Conceptual Framework in the Malaysian Context

AUTHORS: Farah Diyana Binti Abdul Aziz, Rohaida Binti Basiruddin

Received: 05 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 27 Jan, 2026 | Published: 17 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 638-654

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20806

Appadurai Theory, Exploring the Dynamic Relationship between Globalization and Peruvian Cultural Identity through its Vibrant Festive Traditions

AUTHORS: Ernesto Carlos Pujazon Patron, Mohd Fauzi Sedon

Received: 07 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 28 Jan, 2026 | Published: 19 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 655-683

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20807

Homi Bhabha Theory: The Challenges and Impacts of Hybridity on Peruvian Cultural Identity

AUTHORS: Ernesto Carlos Pujazon Patron, Mohd Fauzi Sedon

Received: 04 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 27 Jan, 2026 | Published: 20 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 684-712

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20808

Factors affecting the Adaptation of Artificial Intelligent (AI) in Food and Beverage Department at 5 stars Hotels in Kuala Lumpur

AUTHORS: Muhamad Syahir Bin Muhamad Stamam, Zulhairi Bin Zakariah, Mutsuki Fujii, Kosei Makino

Received: 09 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 30 Jan, 2026 | Published: 21 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 713-727

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20809

Enhancing Productivity through Quick Changeovers: A SMED-Based Methodology in Manufacturing Industry

AUTHORS: A.H. Abdul Rasib, Mohd Syahfiz Akmal Yaakub, Ihwan Ghazali, M. S. Abd Rahman, Z. F. Mohamad Rafai

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 30 Jan, 2026 | Published: 20 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 728-744

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20814

Enhancing Customer Experience in the Digital Era: A Bibliometric Analysis of Trends and Technologies

AUTHORS: Mohd Erfanishah Abdullah, Noraini Saro

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 30 Jan, 2026 | Published: 19 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 745-761

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20815

Industry 4.0 Adoption in Malaysian Halal Food Manufacturing: Opportunities, Challenges and Future Research for Strengthening Halal Tourism Competitiveness

AUTHORS: Saif Saeed Juma Saif Albawardi, Nurain Suraya Binti Rusli, Samer Ali alshami

Received: 09 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 29 Jan, 2026 | Published: 18 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 762-772

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20816

A Review of Cybersecurity Awareness and Its Impact on Continuous Online Banking Usage among Students

AUTHORS: Ahmed Hassan Ali Ibrahim Bisho, Muhammad Syafiq, Samer Ali alshami

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 29 Jan, 2026 | Published: 21 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 773-782

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20817

A Narrative Review of the Application of Projective Drawing Techniques

AUTHORS: Goh Xin Huong, Mohammad Aziz Shah Mohamed Arip

Received: 09 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 24 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 783-792

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20818

Transforming Arabic Language Education: Expert Consensus on a Digital Learning Module Validated Using the Fuzzy Delphi Method

AUTHORS: Ahmad Afif Awang, Mohammad Taufiq Abdul Ghani

Received: 08 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 30 Jan, 2026 | Published: 23 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 783-803

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20822

Strategies of the Educational Model in the Distribution of Zakat Revenues for Achieving Social Sustainability

AUTHORS: Abdulla Salem Ghanem Shyee Almansoori, Diaya Ud Deen Deab Mahmoud Al Zitawi

Received: 06 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 29 Jan, 2026 | Published: 22 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 804-816

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20823

The Value-Oriented Discourse of Football Commentators and its Impact on Sports Audiences in the United Arab Emirates

AUTHORS: Jasim Abdulla Ramadan Mahmoud Al Ali, Diaya Ud Deen Deab Mahmoud Al Zitawi

Received: 08 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 21 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 817-826

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20824

The Power of Personal Reputation: Unveiling the Key Influences on Professional Centennials in Malaysia’s Service Industry

AUTHORS: S. Masliza, Melissa Wee

Received: 15 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 07 Feb, 2026 | Published: 26 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 822-827

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20854

Narcissistic Personality and Reactions to Uncivil Behavior

AUTHORS: Tiina Brandt, Isaac Wanasika

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 24 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 827-840

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20825

Factors Influencing Philip Kotler's Theoretical Decisions on Islamic Banks in Riau Province

AUTHORS: Hendra Eka Saputra, Muhammad Nasri Bin Md Hussain, Yusuf Haji-Othman, Noriza Binti Abd Aziz, Mohammad Tahir Che Umar

Received: 07 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 29 Jan, 2026 | Published: 20 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 841-854

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20826

Characteristics of an Effective Teacher from the Perspective of School Principals in Jordan: A Multidimensional and Leadership-Mediated Empirical Investigation

AUTHORS: Nisrein Mahmoud Mohammad Albakar

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 24 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 855-860

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20827

Brand Equity Development in Higher Education (2011-2024): A Systematic Scoping Review of Strategies and Contextual Determinants

AUTHORS: Siti Asmahlati Bolkini Ahmad, Fauziah Sh. Ahmad, Yue Liang

Received: 09 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 30 Jan, 2026 | Published: 26 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 861-875

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20847

An Examination of the Relationships between AI-Generated Content (AIGC) Transparency, Perceived Trust, Content Authenticity, and Behavioral Intentions: A SEM Approach Toward Digital Tourism in China

AUTHORS: Yaxin Su, Nor Hidayati Binti Zakaria

Received: 09 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 24 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 876-888

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20848

Economic and Environmental Impacts of Industrial Enterprises on Urban Development in Russia

AUTHORS: Olga Ergunova, Andrei Somov, Olga Kalinina, Makarenko Evgeny

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 30 Jan, 2026 | Published: 25 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 889-895

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20849

Building Health Industries in Emerging Economies: The Case of Santelys Pharmaceutical in Cambodia

AUTHORS: Gong Hong, Poh-Chuin Teo, Su Yue

Received: 09 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 23 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 896-900

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20850

Enhancing Employee Well-Being through Ai-Enabled Stress Management: A Pilot Study in the Manufacturing Sector

AUTHORS: Rui Guo, Beni Widarman Yus Kelana, Almetere Eman Safar, Lei Cheng

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 23 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 901-906

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20851

Corporate Sustainability Performance: Reflection and Future Perspective

AUTHORS: Nuramalina Ibrahim, Nomahaza Mahadi

Received: 09 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 22 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 907-913

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20852

Roles of Leaders and Employees’ Factors in ERP Implementation Strategy: A Case Study in Dongnai Industrial Zone - Vietnam

AUTHORS: Vo Ky Quang, Nor Hidayati Zakaria

Received: 17 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 06 Feb, 2026 | Published: 26 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 914-921

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20853

Customers as Major Influencers in Adopting Digital Marketing: A Study on Malaysian Small and Medium Enterprises

AUTHORS: Mutia Anggeraini Khalid, Rosmini Omar

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 30 Jan, 2026 | Published: 23 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 928-937

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20855

The Role of Blockchain-Based Supply Chain Finance for Supply Chain Performance

AUTHORS: Bayan Arab, Maizaitulaidawati Md Husin, Suzilawati Kamarudin

Received: 08 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 26 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 938-945

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20856

Improving Webnovel User Loyalty Based on the Successful Experience of Jinjiang Literature City

AUTHORS: Zhang Min, Fauziah Sh Ahmad

Received: 30 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 08 Feb, 2026 | Published: 22 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 946-953

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20857

An Engineering Review of the Microsoft Kinect System for Global Anthropometry Applications

AUTHORS: Mohd Fa’iz Bin Wahid, Shaiful Anwar Bin Ismail

Received: 14 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 05 Feb, 2026 | Published: 28 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 954-959

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20858

Mapping Strategic HR Competencies for Sustainable Construction: A Global Bibliometric Perspective with Implications for Malaysia (2017–2025)

AUTHORS: Tiang Jiin Kim, Theresa C.F Ho

Received: 09 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 25 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 960-967

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20859

The Digital Leap by Boosting Business Performance through E-Invoicing with Utaut and Delone & Mclean

AUTHORS: Nurul Huda Kamaruddin, Nor Hidayati Zakaria

Received: 07 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 28 Jan, 2026 | Published: 21 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 968-973

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20860

Enhancing Employee Productivity in Manufacturing Smes: A Self-Determination Theory Perspective

AUTHORS: Nurhidayah Md Setamam, Fauziah Sh Ahmad

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 24 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 974-979

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20861

Enhancing Paramedic Job Performance: A Diagnostic and Literature-Based Approach

AUTHORS: Lotfi Anuar, Nomahaza Mahadi

Received: 16 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 02 Feb, 2026 | Published: 22 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 980-986

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20862

Let’s Glow Together! Empowering Digital Communities for Natural Skincare Routines

AUTHORS: Haliyana Khalid, Heeswari Logamoorthy

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 30 Jan, 2026 | Published: 26 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 987-1001

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20863

Exploring the Mediating Role of Organizational Culture in the Service Quality-Student Satisfaction Nexus in Higher Education

AUTHORS: Maha Abbas Alazwari, Mawaddah Abdulaziz Balilah, Saad Aziz Habib Al-Otaibi

Received: 19 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 06 Feb, 2026 | Published: 25 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 1002-1028

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20864

Action Research on Improving Webnovel User Loyalty - Based on the Successful Experience of Jinjiang Literature City

AUTHORS: Zhang Min, Fauziah Sh Ahmad

Received: 19 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 06 Feb, 2026 | Published: 23 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 1029-1063

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20865

Post-Covid Marketing Communication Enhancement in Islamic Banking: Strengthening Digital Financial Literacy and Customer Loyalty

AUTHORS: Masdayana Md Setamam, Fauziah Sh Ahmad

Received: 09 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 30 Jan, 2026 | Published: 25 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 1069-1091

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20866

CPTED in Action: Designing A Strategic Campus Security Index For Safer Universities

AUTHORS: Nurshahirah Mhd Shaari, Noorminshah A.Iahad, Beni Widarman Yus Kelana

Received: 15 Feb, 2026 | Revised: 07 Feb, 2026 | Published: 26 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 1092-1109

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20867

Moderating Effect of Organizational Culture on the Relationship between Community Empowerment and Organizational Performance of Kenya National Highways Authority, North Rift Region

AUTHORS: Koros Jepchumba June, Razia Mbaraka, Pamela Chebii

Received: 10 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 31 Jan, 2026 | Published: 27 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 1110-1122

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20869

Exploring the Role of Resources in Sustaining Social Enterprises

AUTHORS: Adriana Mohd Rizal

Received: 16 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 06 Feb, 2026 | Published: 28 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 1123-1131

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20874

Challenges Faced by Former Prisoners in Reintegration Process: A Systematic Review

AUTHORS: Nur Addila Ahmad, N.K. Tharshini

Received: 17 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 07 Feb, 2026 | Published: 27 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 1132-1149

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20875

A Review of Gravity Model Studies on China’s Trade Flows

AUTHORS: Li Feng, Batian Mahadi, Yizhen Guo

Received: 21 Jan, 2026 | Revised: 06 Feb, 2026 | Published: 26 Feb, 2026

PAGES: 1150-1161

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v16-i2/20876