Industrial Policies, Energy Transition, and the Geopolitical Shifts in Transatlantic Trade

Description

US-China Trade War is no longer in the headlines as Trump shakes up US-EU relations. As the world faces another rising trade tensions, many questions arise about the future of their bilateral relationship and its implications for the economic future of Europe and the US. This event will delve into whether the ongoing disputes are a temporary setback or the beginning of a permanent shift in the dynamics of global trade. Experts in policy, economics and international relations will explore the consequences of these tensions for the European economy, trade flows and the region’s future of better economic autonomy. Through discussions on retaliatory measures, trade policy and long-term economic strategies, the event will provide insights into how the EU navigates its way forward in a changing global trade environment.

Speakers

Alicia Garcia Herrero

Chief Economist, Asia Pacific

Hosuk Lee-Makiyama

Director, European Centre for International Political Economy

Gary Hufbauer

Non-resident Senior Fellow, Peterson Institute for International Economics

Alex Heil

Senior economist, Conference Board

Daniel Hamilton

Nonresident Senior Fellow , Center on the United States and Europe, Brookings Institution

Dr. Ramin Hassan

Associate, Cornerstone Research

Guided Questions

Alicia Garcia Herrero

Based on your research at Bruegel and Natixis, how is the balance of power shifting in the triangle of China, the US, and Europe, and what does that mean for future innovation dynamics?

Hosuk Lee-Makiyama

Given your background in digital trade policy, what are the most pressing challenges the EU faces in regulating big tech and digital services without undermining transatlantic partnerships?

Gary Hufbauer

As a leading voice at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, what do you see as the most critical steps needed to rebuild trust and cooperation between the US and EU post-Trump?

Alex Heil

Given your background in infrastructure and regional economics, how might prolonged US-EU trade tensions impact investment flows and development patterns in sectors like energy, transportation, and green infrastructure on both sides of the Atlantic?

Daniel Hamilton

As co-author of the annual Transatlantic Economy report, how do you perceive the shifting US-EU economic landscape in light of China’s growing tech influence and the push for strategic autonomy within the EU?

Dr. Ramin Hassan

Given your background in shaping trade and investment strategies, can the UK and EU mitigate the impacts of current trade tensions with the U.S., particularly in sectors like advanced manufacturing?