The Editors and Editorial Board of QOE-IJES are pleased to announce that our journal has been officially classified as "Classe A" (the highest rating) in "Sociologia dei fenomeni politici e giuridici" (14/C3) - new macro-sector "Sociologia della politica, del diritto e della devianza" 14/GSPS-07 - according to the latest official ranking of academic journals established by the Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR) and its evaluation agency, ANVUR.

QOE-IJES had already achieved "Classe A" status in "Scienza Politica" (14/A2). With this new acknowledgement, the journal solidifies its position as a leading publication in another key field within Area 14 (Political and Social Sciences), further enhancing its scientific impact and credibility.

Adding to this success, since 2023, QOE-IJES has also been accepted for indexing in Scopus, reinforcing its academic excellence and international relevance. Following a rigorous evaluation, the Scopus Content Selection & Advisory Board (CSAB) highlighted several key strengths of the journal:

• Consistent publication of high-quality, academically sound, and relevant research for an international and professional audience.

• Strong alignment between the journal’s content and its scope and aims.

• Coverage of subject areas that are underrepresented in existing academic journals.

We extend our deepest gratitude to all Authors, Reviewers, and members of the International Advisory Board for their invaluable contributions to the growth and success of QOE-IJES. These achievements would not have been possible without their dedication and commitment to advancing scholarly research.

Silvia Bolgherini & Paolo Bellucci