World Trade Order

The trade war between the US and China and the deadlocks in the World Trade Organisation are two examples of the current crisis of globalisation. We investigate how the world trade order is influenced by domestic concerns, international negotiations, and geo-economic competition.

World Trade Order

  • GIGA Focus Latin America | 6/2024

    Brazil G20 Summit 2024: The Global South Takes Centre Stage

    The G20 summit in Brazil will take place at a crossroads in the global power dynamic. The traditional dominance of the rich nations is being challenged by a more united Global South, while diplomatic bridges need to be built to address pressing economic, political, and environmental issues.

    GIGA Focus Global | 3/2024

    The BRICS+ Summit in Kazan, Russia: Five Things to Watch

    The BRICS+ nations will soon come together in Kazan, Russia, for their 16th Annual Summit. Despite meeting in a country at war, old and new member states will work on initiatives for economic and political cooperation while aspiring ones will await a decision on the group’s further expansion.

    GIGA Focus Middle East | 7/2024

    Expansion of the Russo–Iranian Nexus

    Sanction evasion, economic and military collaboration, and narratives of resistance against a US-led liberal global order bind Russia and Iran together. To thwart their continued and intensified power projection, the West needs to strengthen ties with other key actors in the Middle East and Eurasia.


    T4T Co-LABorate Series | 2025

    Global Perspectives on Responsible Economic Statecraft

    With insights from more than 30 global experts on Global Perspectives on Responsible Economic Statecraft we discuss how economic tools can be used to navigate geopolitical tensions, balance diverging interests, and contribute to more stability through forward-looking and proactive strategies. Download the report in this page.

    GIGA Focus Latin America | 6/2024

    Brazil G20 Summit 2024: The Global South Takes Centre Stage

    The G20 summit in Brazil will take place at a crossroads in the global power dynamic. The traditional dominance of the rich nations is being challenged by a more united Global South, while diplomatic bridges need to be built to address pressing economic, political, and environmental issues.

    GIGA Focus Global | 3/2024

    The BRICS+ Summit in Kazan, Russia: Five Things to Watch

    The BRICS+ nations will soon come together in Kazan, Russia, for their 16th Annual Summit. Despite meeting in a country at war, old and new member states will work on initiatives for economic and political cooperation while aspiring ones will await a decision on the group’s further expansion.

    GIGA Focus Middle East | 7/2024

    Expansion of the Russo–Iranian Nexus

    Sanction evasion, economic and military collaboration, and narratives of resistance against a US-led liberal global order bind Russia and Iran together. To thwart their continued and intensified power projection, the West needs to strengthen ties with other key actors in the Middle East and Eurasia.

    Business Association for Latin America | 09/09/2024

    China’s presence in Latin America: Political and Economic Characteristics

    Organiser: Business Association for Latin America Dr. Tomas Costa de Azevedo Marques (Speaker)

    An analysis of the Chinese political and economic presence in Latin America and Caribe, focusing on foreign direct investments, the political context and the change of pattern over the years. The presentation aims to provide an overview of China's presence in LAC and future opportunities for German companies in the region.

    Conference | 06/09/2023 - 08/09/2023

    International Initiative for Promoting Political Economy Annual Conference

    International Initiative for Promoting Political Economy Annual Conference, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Madrid Organisers: International Initiative for Promoting Political Economy Dr. Tomas Costa de Azevedo Marques (Panelist), Ass. Prof. Dr. Giorgio Romano Schutte (Panelist)

    Working Group: Political Economy of Industrial Development (PEID)

    Conference | 20/07/2023 - 22/07/2023

    Society for the Advancement of Socio-Economics (SASE) Annual Conference 2023

    Society for the Advancement of Socio-Economics (SASE) Annual Conference 2023, Windsor Florida Hotel, Rio de Janeiro Organisers: Society for the Advancement of Socio-Economics Dr. Tomas Costa de Azevedo Marques (Panelist), Ass. Prof. Dr. Giorgio Romano Schutte (Panelist), Ass. Prof. Dr. Miguel Henriques de Carvalho (Panelist)

    Theme Track Q: Asian Capitalisms

    President (ad interim)

    Prof. Dr. Sabine Kurtenbach is President (ad interim) of the GIGA.

    Prof. Dr. Sabine Kurtenbach

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