The Balkans Legal, Economic and Social Studies (BLESS) is a multidisciplinary academic journal that publishes high-quality research and analysis in the fields of law, politics, social sciences, and humanities. Focused on the dynamic and diverse region of the Western Balkans, the journal provides a platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to engage with pressing issues and emerging trends within the region and beyond. With a commitment to fostering intellectual discourse and regional understanding, BLESS welcomes contributions that are rigorous, innovative, and impactful, addressing both theoretical and practical dimensions of its scope. BLESS is organised by the Western Balkans Competence Center located in the University of Szeged, Hungary.
Current Issue
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025)
BLESS Journal, Volume 2, Issue 1 (2025) presents a crucial collection of studies focusing on the Balkans' historical, legal, and socio-economic dynamics. This issue delves into significant regional history, including the Soviet-Yugoslav Conflict (1948–1953) and the status of Hungarian associations in Bačka, alongside contemporary challenges. Key legal and political analyses cover the digitalization of EU Social Security Coordination, the complexities of War Crimes Adjudication in Kosovo, and the role of Historic Identities in shaping post-communist constitutional frameworks across Hungary, Serbia, and Montenegro. The volume offers vital, timely insights for academics and practitioners navigating the region's continuing integration and political evolution.
Published: 2025-07-07