The WTI in the Media

The WTI in the Media

Offering expert analysis and fresh perspectives on pressing issues in global trade and economic policy

The World Trade Institute (WTI) is a leading international center for research, education, and policy advice in global trade, investment, and sustainable development. As a part of the University of Bern, its network of renowned experts offers in-depth, evidence-based insights on the latest developments in international economic law and policy. Journalists and media outlets can rely on the WTI for authoritative commentary, interviews, and background analysis on complex trade and investment issues. With its global partnerships and track record of thought leadership, the WTI is a trusted source for informed perspectives that shape the conversation on world trade.

Topics of Expertise

WTI faculty and researchers can provide interviews on the following areas:

  • The tariff policy of the Trump Administration
  • Impacts on the Swiss economy and politics
  • Supply chains
  • Geopolitics
  • Economic issues

Trade topics

  • Trade & intellectual property
  • Trade & emerging technologies
  • Trade in services
  • Trade & investment
  • Trade & energy
  • Trade & commodities
  • Trade & environment/climate
  • Trade & agriculture/food security
  • Trade & development
  • Trade & human rights

In case of media queries

We provide interview partners on specific topical issues, such as US trade policy, multilateral trade agreements, digital technology, Swiss-EU relations and tarriffs. We are happy to handle your requests for interviews in English, German, French or other languages.

To arrange an interview or for further information, please contact Sam Suarez.

7 Dec 2023 | In the Press

Entwicklung und Gender

Welchen Stellenwert haben Minderheiten in der Klimakrise? Wie wird die Entwicklung von künstlicher Intelligenz durch Genderstereotype beeinflusst? Anhand verschiedener Perspektiven veranschaulicht der Sammelband die Schn…

27 Nov 2023 | In the Press

Rebuilding Ukraine with Russian Money

Can the frozen Russian assets serve as a lifeline for Ukraine's reconstruction? While some in the current debate advocate for seizing these funds as reparations, the legal road ahead is far from strai…

16 Sep 2022 | In the Press

Führt die Initiative zum Bruch des Völkerrechts?

The article contains an interview with WTi's researcher, Christian Häberli. "Die Massentierhaltungsinitiative verletzt laut Bundesrat internationale Handelsregeln - doch Fachleute sehen …

17 Jun 2022 | In the Press

Welthandelsorganisation in der Kritik

This radio programme includes an interview with WTI's Deputy Managing Director, Prof Manfred Elsig. "Die Mitgliedsländer der Welthandelsorganisation WTO konnten sich auf einige Abkommen einigen, unter…

24 Feb 2022 | In the Press

Global Trade Disruptions Are About to Get Worse

Disruptions in global trade are about to go from bad to worse. With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine early Thursday, energy costs are soaring, stocks are plunging, Western sanctions are bein…