Call For Papers

ECLIC International Scientific Conference
“Strong and Secure Europe: Legal and Economic Aspects”

12-13^th June 2025 in Dubrovnik

Faculty of Law, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek

Faculty of Law Osijek is pleased to announce the Call for the 9^th EU and Comparative Law Issues and Challenges Series (ECLIC) International Scientific Conference “Strong and Secure Europe: Legal and Economic Aspects” which will be held in Dubrovnik, Croatia. As part of its commitment to the study of EU law, this year's conference is dedicated to exploring legal and economic aspects of building a stronger and more secure European Union. The Faculty of Law Osijek is organizing the conference in cooperation with its long-standing partners, the Hanns Seidel Foundation and the Representation of European Commission in Croatia and Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts.

Guided by the EU’s Strategic Agenda for 2024-2029, this conference invites scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to contribute research that addresses the most pressing issues facing the EU in its pursuit of resilience, unity, and global competitiveness. The conference seeks contributions that critically examine the strategies, policies, and legislative frameworks necessary for achieving a resilient, sustainable, and inclusive Europe. Submissions may address, but are not limited to, the following thematic areas:

1. EU Sovereignty and Strategic Autonomy
   Legal frameworks enhancing EU autonomy in key areas such as energy, technology, and supply chains. The role of EU law in supporting self-sufficiency and crisis response. Economic and legal strategies for reducing dependence on external actors.

2. Digital Transformation and Security
   Legal and regulatory measures to secure digital infrastructure and ensure cybersecurity. Balancing innovation with privacy and security in digital markets. The role of EU law in AI, data sovereignty, and digital rights.

3. Economic Governance and Financial Stability
   Mechanisms for strengthening the Economic and Monetary Union (EMU). EU fiscal policy, monetary policy, and economic resilience. Sustainable finance and green transition: balancing economic growth and environmental objectives.

4. Human Rights and Rule of Law in a Secure Europe
   Safeguarding fundamental rights amid security concerns. Addressing challenges to the rule of law within EU Member States. The intersection of migration policy, security, and human rights.

5. EU’s Role in the Global Order
   Legal strategies for EU’s engagement in global trade and geopolitical partnerships. EU’s role in promoting international security and cooperation. Legal and economic tools for addressing global challenges such as climate change, health security, and regional conflicts.

We invite researchers, practitioners, and experts in EU law, economics, political science, and related fields to submit abstracts that contribute original insights, policy analysis, or comparative studies on the themes listed above. This conference aims to bring together voices from across the EU and beyond to discuss and shape the legal and economic frameworks that will underpin a strong and secure Europe for decades to come. We look forward to your contributions to this important discourse.

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION FORM

Abstracts of 300 to 500 words (maximum) should outline the research question, methodology, main arguments and structure of the paper, as well as anticipated findings or implications. Abstracts should be submitted exclusively via online Abstract Submission form at ECLIC web page by 31^st January 2025. If accepted, you will be expected to deliver a full paper of no more than 10000 words by 5^th April 2025.

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS & BOOK OF ABSTRACTS

Selected papers will be published in the double peer-reviewed “EU and Comparative Law Issues and Challenges Series – ECLIC“, which is indexed in Web of Science and HeinOnline.

ECLIC conference book of abstracts will be distributed to the conference participants at the conference venue.

IMPORTANT DATES:

Submission Deadline for Abstracts: 31^st January 2025

Notification on Acceptance of Abstract: 7^th February 202

Submission Deadline for Papers: 5^th April 2025

Registration and Conference Fee payment: 22^nd March 2025

Book of Proceedings (on-line format): June 2025

ATTENDING FEES:

Publishing Full paper/Abstract + presentation: 350 EUR

Accompanying co-author:200 EUR

Presentation without publishing: 200 EUR

Listener only: 100 EUR

Attending fee includes access to all sessions, Book of Abstracts, Book of Proceedings, conference dinner, conference lunch plus all coffee breaks, according to the conference program. Travel costs and accommodation are borne by participants. After the paper is submitted to double blind peer review, attending fees will not be refunded.

We emphasize that this year’s conference will be held fully in-person in Dubrovnik. A certain number of accommodation units at preferential prices will be made available on first come first serve basis at the Akademis ‘Academia’, where the conference is being held.

For any further questions please contact us: eclic@pravos.hr

On the behalf of the conference organisation committee,

DEAN

Tunjica Petrašević, PhD, Full Professor, sig.