Geopolitical Tensions and the Future of International Trade

The Security Policy Forum St.Gallen (SPF) invites you to an engaging public panel discussion with Cristian Rodriguez-Chiffelle as part of the 2025 Security Days, where Global Trade Meets Geopolitics

In this timely session, Cristian Rodriguez-Chiffelle explores how rising geopolitical tensions are reshaping the rules of global commerce. From strategic rivalry between the U.S. and China to shifting alliances in the Global South and growing uncertainty within the EU, we’ll unpack what today’s power dynamics mean for international trade and economic stability.

The discussion will also take a closer look at President Trump’s trade policies and global reactions to them, how Europe might address its competitiveness challenges, and what all of this means for a small country like Switzerland. This discussion will be moderated by Prof. Ph.D.Bruno Caprettini.

Join us for an expert deep dive into the future of global trade — where business meets geopolitics.

📅 Datum: Montag, 28. April 2025

🕕 Zeit: 15:30 - 16:45

📍Room: University of St.Gallen, HSG Square, Vadian-Gallus, A11-0111