Abstract

This study examines the evolving relationship between good governance and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of literature published between 1994 and 2023. Employing a quantitative approach with the Dimensions database and VOSviewer tool, the research examined 1,360 publications, including journal articles, to identify publication trends, collaborative networks, and influential researchers. This unique approach, incorporating social interaction network (SNA) analysis, reveals a dynamic landscape of research on good governance and sustainable development over nearly three decades. The analysis identified a significant surge in publications after 2017, demonstrating a growing interest in this critical intersection. Research contributions from ninety-four countries, led by the UK, Australia, and the US, highlighted robust international collaborations, especially between the UK and Germany. Key institutions like University College London, the University of Johannesburg, and the University of Queensland play central roles in collaborative networks. Sustainability, Cities, and International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction emerged as key journals. Keyword analysis showed a thematic shift from initial focus on sustainable development strategies and challenges to current topics such as urban resilience, model analysis, and community-based approaches. Prominent researchers, including the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, Yigitcanlar Tan, and Pelling Mark, emerged as prolific contributors, with extensive co-authorship networks. This research provides valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers working to advance sustainable urban development and community resilience.