The book titled Theoretical and Empirical Research in Economics and Public Finance aims to contribute to the literature by addressing contemporary economic and fiscal issues through both theoretical foundations and empirical evidence. By bringing together diverse subfields, the volume provides an interdisciplinary framework that enables a multidimensional analysis of economic structures.

The chapters included in the book cover a broad range of topics, from the economics of education to labor markets, from digital transformation to international trade, and from artificial intelligence applications to macroeconomic policy interactions. In this context, the determinants of local economic performance, the effectiveness of social policy instruments, the impact of digitalization on growth and foreign trade, and the dynamics shaping competitiveness within global value chains are examined in detail.

The volume also addresses key contemporary issues such as sustainable macroeconomic balance, inclusive growth, and fiscal policy interaction, alongside empirical analyses of fiscal resilience and sectoral tax performance during economic crises, as well as the relationship between green growth and public expenditures. In this respect, the book goes beyond explaining current economic challenges and offers policy-relevant implications.

By combining theoretical depth with empirical rigor, this work aims to serve as a reliable reference for academics, researchers, and policymakers.