Call for Papers | Yearbook of Socio-Economic Constitutions (YSEC) Vol. VI by Springer [ Online | No Entry Fee] Deadline: November 30, 2024

About the Organisation

The Yearbook of Socio-Economic Constitutions (YSEC) is an English-language, peer-reviewed series published by Springer. It offers contemporary analyses of challenges faced by constitutional frameworks in balancing fundamental economic and social interests across local, national, regional, and global levels. YSEC serves as a platform for academics, professionals, and policymakers interested in socio-economic constitutional processes, aiming to create multidisciplinary discourse and promote a better understanding of legal frameworks that underpin economic and social well-being.

The Yearbook’s distinct structure allows it to address topical issues each year while incorporating diverse viewpoints from related disciplines. By doing so, it bridges legal doctrine with practical and academic insights from fields like sociology, political science, and economics, making it an essential resource for a global audience.

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About the Event

The sixth volume of YSEC (2025) explores the evolving role of domestic law and policy in regulating foreign investments, a highly relevant topic in today’s globalized yet increasingly protectionist economic climate. The focus lies on how nations are reclaiming sovereignty in investor-state relations while balancing international norms. The volume highlights shifts in regulatory mechanisms, including the termination of bilateral investment treaties (BITs) and the introduction of hybrid domestic regulatory frameworks addressing foreign investments.

This volume delves into themes like the application of constitutional principles in traditionally international investment contexts, new obligations imposed on foreign investors by national laws, and the complexities of harmonizing domestic regulations with international agreements. It also emphasizes regional disparities in implementing these changes and how arbitral tribunals respond to them in legal adjudications.

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Key Dates and Timeline

• Proposal Submission Deadline: November 30, 2024
• Notification of Acceptance: Mid-December 2024
• Chapter Submission Deadline: February 28, 2025
• Peer Review Completion: March 2025
• Final Revised Submissions: June 30, 2025
• Publication Timeline:
  • Online Publication: September to December 2025 (via Springer)
  • Hardcopy Release: December 2025

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Themes and Scope of Contributions

The central theme of YSEC Vol. VI is the interaction of domestic and international rules governing foreign investments, with specific focus areas including:

1. Impact of Domestic Constitutional Principles: Influence on areas traditionally dominated by international norms.
2. Investor Protection: Examination of emerging domestic frameworks and their implications for foreign investors.
3. New Domestic Obligations: Critical analysis of the obligations imposed by domestic regulatory laws.
4. Transition of Regulatory Standards: Shifting protections from international to domestic or regional levels.
5. Interaction of Laws: Challenges in harmonizing domestic rules with international commitments in BITs, FTAs, and arbitral proceedings.
6. Role of Arbitral Tribunals: Exploring how arbitral tribunals apply and defer to new domestic policies.

Authors are encouraged to submit contributions beyond these themes if they align with the broader topic of socio-economic constitutions and foreign investment.

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Submission Guidelines

• Proposals: Maximum of 500 words outlining the intended contribution, including research scope, methodology, and objectives.
• Email Submission: Proposals must be sent to editors@ysec-yearbook.eu.
• Content Structure: YSEC is divided into three sections:
  1. Part I: Thematic articles specific to the chosen volume’s topic.
  2. Part II: Contributions on other current socio-economic constitutional developments, including case notes.
  3. Part III: Book reviews and conference reports relevant to socio-economic constitutions.

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Formatting and Publication Process

• Peer Review: All selected contributions undergo a rigorous peer-review process for quality and scholarly integrity.
• Editorial Checks: Authors are expected to revise their chapters based on feedback, and final contributions will undergo a style check before submission to Springer.
• Publication Process: Chapters will be published online by Springer as they are finalized, ensuring timely dissemination. The full volume will be available in hardcopy by December 2025.

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Location and Mode

• Mode: Entirely online (submissions, peer review, and publication).
• Publication Platform: Springer’s e-book system and hardcopy publication.

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Submission Deadlines at a Glance

• Proposal Submission: November 30, 2024
• Notification of Acceptance: Mid-December 2024
• Chapter Submission Deadline: February 28, 2025
• Final Revised Submissions: June 30, 2025

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Links and Contact Information

• Official Website: YSEC Yearbook
• Email: editors@ysec-yearbook.eu

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