70 YEARS OF ECONOMIC THOUGHT JOURNAL: ACADEMICISM, OBJECTIVISM AND DISCUSSION IN SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
Abstract
The article presents the first 70 years of the Economic Thought Journal as a leading academic periodical in Bulgaria. It analyzes its historical evolution, mission, and contribution to economic theory and practice. The main thesis is that the journal has served as a key platform for academic debate and the advancement of economic thought, regardless of changing political and economic conditions.
The methodology involves a historical and analytical review of the development of economic periodicals in Bulgaria, as well as an examination of the journal’s editorial policy, publication activity, and institutional role. The study also explores the emergence of economic periodicals and the journal’s predecessors during the period of the Third Bulgarian State.
The results of this historical analysis demonstrate that the journal has established itself as a national academic forum characterised by high scientific standards, a strong editorial board, and significant contributions to economic science. Over time, it has operated under ideological constraints yet has preserved its academic rigor, objectivity, and openness to scholarly debate. With a contemporary view, the article discusses the journal’s modernisation, including the adoption of widely recognised ethical standards, the implementation of double-blind peer review, open access policies, and the development of a reputable editorial board.
The conclusion emphasises that the future development of the journal is closely linked to digitalisation, enhanced international visibility, and the maintenance of high-quality publications, which will further consolidate its role as a significant academic platform.
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