Publications

The World Trade Institute (WTI) is committed to advancing scholarly research in the fields of international trade law, economics, and political science. Our research staff regularly publish a broad array of academic works, including:

  • Monographs and edited volumes
  • Peer-reviewed journal articles
  • Book chapters
  • Working papers and policy briefs

These publications reflect the interdisciplinary nature of our work and contribute to global debates on trade, investment, and sustainable development.

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26 Mar 2026 | Working Papers

The Political Economy of Subsidizing Space Commerce

Much like the exploitation of global trade by the first multinationals, early space commerce has the potential to lead to significant conflict as privateers seek to use force to capt…

Francois, Joseph | Polanco, Rodrigo

16 Jun 2025 | Books/ Book Chapters

Globalization in Latin America

The approach of Latin American countries to preferential trade agreements (PTAs) is a fascinating topic. There is a rich history of policymakers using PTAs to pursue different economic and political models of i…

Elsig, Manfred | Lugg, Andrew | Polanco, Rodrigo

1 May 2025 | Books/ Book Chapters

Multilateral Rules on Capital Movements and Investments

This chapter examines the different existing and potential layers of multilateral investment regulation. It begins with a historical overview of various failed efforts in this r…

Polanco, Rodrigo

3 Sep 2024 | Books/ Book Chapters

Empirical Dimensions of Investment Awards

This chapter provides an empirical evaluation of awards in investor-state arbitration, including both internal and external elements.

Polanco, Rodrigo

31 Jan 2024 | Books/ Book Chapters

Elgar Encyclopedia of International Economic Law

Prof Em Thomas Cottier, Krista Nadakavukaren Schefer and Dr Rodrigo Polanco - all associated with the WTI - are editors of the new vastly expanded edition of the Elgar Encyclopedia of In…

Cottier, Thomas | Nadakavukaren Schefer, Krista | Polanco, Rodrigo

21 Jul 2022 | Books/ Book Chapters

International Arbitration in Times of Economic Nationalism

International Arbitration in Times of Economic Nationalism is a well-timed book that reviews situations that may impact the way arbitration—in both commercial and investment…

Polanco, Rodrigo