What We Publish
IRES is actively engaged in publishing, with a strong commitment to advancing academic and high-quality scholarship. Our publishing portfolio includes peer-reviewed journals that serve as respected platforms for scholarly exchange in the social sciences and humanities.
IRES publishes the Journal of Liberty and International Affairs and the Journal of Legal and Political Education, both of which promote rigorous research in fields such as political science, international relations, law, education, political economy, and related disciplines.
In addition to these journals, IRES is also a co-publisher of The Economic Freedom of the World, contributing to a leading global resource on economic freedom and public policy.
Through these publications, IRES supports innovative research, encourages academic debate, and fosters the dissemination of evidence-based knowledge.
Journal of Liberty and International Affairs is a triannual, international, open-access, peer-reviewed journal published by the Institute for Research and European Studies. It features research articles, reviews, and book reviews, providing a platform for critical exploration of liberty and international affairs. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary contributions from law, political science, security studies, economics, and international relations, emphasizing innovative and forward-thinking research.
Journal of Liberty and International Affairs is indexed in Scopus (Elsevier), among other reputable international indexing databases.
Journal of Legal and Political Education is a biannual, international, open-access, peer-reviewed journal published by the Institute for Research and European Studies. It explores law and politics in an educational context, emphasizing democracy, justice, human rights, governance, and citizenship education. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary research on legal and political theory, institutional reform, diversity and inclusion, and the role of media and media literacy in shaping informed, active citizens.
The Journal of Legal and Political Education is indexed in many reputable international indexing databases.
The Economic Freedom of the World
The Economic Freedom of the World is an annual report published by the Fraser Institute, a leading Canadian think tank, with the Institute for Research and European Studies (IRES) serving as co-publisher for many years. The survey evaluates the level of economic freedom across countries worldwide, providing a comparative measure of policies and institutions that promote free markets. Its findings have been widely cited in academic research, with studies indicating that higher economic freedom is often associated with positive outcomes such as greater prosperity, growth, and innovation.
IRES has published a number of significant books. These publications include translations, original research, and comprehensive reference works:
Why Liberty: Your Life, Your Choices, Your Future by Tom G. Palmer, translated into Macedonian (ISBN 978-608-65840-0-9). This work offers a profound exploration of individual liberty, personal responsibility, and their impact on life choices and the future. The Macedonian translation broadens access to these universal principles of freedom and autonomy.
Dictionary of Legal Terms by Aleksandar Georgiev (ISBN 978-608-65840-1-6). This dictionary is an essential resource for students, legal professionals, and researchers, providing clear definitions and explanations of a wide array of legal terms and concepts.
Dictionary of Legal Terms (Second Edition) by Aleksandar Georgiev (ISBN 978-608-65840-2-3). The second edition offers updated definitions and new entries, reflecting the evolving nature of legal language and practice, and remains an indispensable reference for legal studies and practice.
Collection of Court Decisions: From the Application of Property Law and Other Real Rights by Aleksandar Georgiev (ISBN 978-608-65840-1-6). This compilation provides valuable insights into the practical application of property law and other real rights, serving as a critical resource for legal scholars, practitioners, and students.
The IRES is deeply committed to advancing knowledge through the publication of high-quality research and scholarly works. Its publications are marked by rigorous methodology, critical analysis, and practical relevance, making meaningful contributions across a range of academic disciplines. By disseminating these resources, IRES not only strengthens the academic community but also informs policy, guides professional practice, and fosters intellectual growth more broadly.
Zenodo Repository
IRES maintains an official Zenodo account where it publishes and openly shares its research outputs, publications, and related materials.