The National ISSN Center of the Republic of North Macedonia (then Republic of Macedonia) was established in 1997 and is located in the National and University Library "St. Clement of Ohrid" in Skopje. The National ISSN Centre assigns ISSN for continuing resources (serial publications and integrating resources) published on the territory of …
1975-2025:
96 countries working together
Over the years, a solid and diverse network has grown up around the ISSN on 5 continents. This constantly evolving network is the result of the cooperation and commitment of all National Centres. We aim to promote multilateralism through exemplary cooperation and governance involving all members of the network. Beyond the national centres, the richness of our organisation lies in the diversity of our clients, who have been loyal to us for many years. It is thanks to this long-term collaboration and the diversity of our partners that we continue to grow and offer increasingly personalised and efficient services.
Bosnia and Herzegovina joined the ISSN Statute in February 1998. The Agreement with the International ISSN Centre was signed on 27 May 1998. ISSN National Centre Bosnia and Herzegovina has been established in the National and University Library of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Sarajevo as a part of the Serials Department. The renewal of the Agreement …
The Burkina Faso ISSN National Centre joined the ISSN network in 2000. The ISSN National Centre is currently located in the National Library of Burkina Faso, which is part of the General Directorate of Culture and the Arts, attached to the Ministry of Communication, Culture, the Arts and Tourism of Burkina Faso. The ISSN National Centre raises …
The Icelandic Centre for ISSN is a part of the National and University Library of Iceland. We joined the ISSN network formally in 2001. From its very beginnings the ISSN Centre has been managed and staffed by only one person, Helga Kristín Gunnarsdóttir, who also manages assignments of ISBNs and ISMNs. The assignment of ISSN numbers for Icelandic …
The ISSN National Center of Iran has a remarkable legacy of innovation, collaboration, and growth. Since its establishment in 2003, it has played a pivotal role in preserving Iran's serial’s heritage and integrating the country into the global bibliographic community. This journey has been shaped by visionary leaders, a dedicated team, and a …
The National Library of Mauritius was established by the Government under the National Library Act, 1996 (Act No. 32) as a body corporate, under the aegis of the Ministry of Arts and Culture. The National Library was opened to the public in December 1999.
We are proud to highlight the vital role of the ISSN-Moldova National Center within the National Book Chamber of the Republic of Moldova as a member of the International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) network. This partnership strengthens our presence in the global publishing community, underscoring our commitment to supporting international …
The National Library of Montenegro has been the host of the National ISSN Center for over 20 years. NC MNE started functioning independently in April 2004, with only one cataloger who will hopefully retire from this position in 5 years to leave this exciting and rewarding job to a young colleague. Thanks to the National Library of Serbia, the …
The Republic of Uzbekistan joined the international ISSN agency in March 2008. Initially, as a National Center, the National Book Chamber of Uzbekistan assumed its obligations. The National Library of Uzbekistan, named after Alisher Navoi, was approved in accordance with Annex 2 of Resolution No. 98 of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of …
The National Library of Namibia traces its origins back to 1926 when it was established as the Legislative Assembly Library. This library was closed in 1981 but reopened in 1984 under the name Estorff Reference Library. After Namibia gained independence, the Estorff Reference Library officially became the National Library of Namibia on April 1, …
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