The Institute of European Studies (IEE) of UAB and the GLOBAL INTEL research group, in collaboration with EUGOV, baces UPF and EUPOL, are pleased to invite you to the upcoming seminar titled:

“Tariff Policy in the International Context: Political-Commercial Relations between China and Spain”

📅 Date: February 21st, 2025
Time: 12:00
📍 Location: Meeting Room, Faculty of Law, Autonomous University of Barcelona

👨‍🏫 Speakers:

  • Dr. Joaquim Lloberas (UB ICAB)
  • Yifan Li (UAB)
  • Dr. Gebrael Abou-Askar Molina (UAB)

The seminar will begin with a reflection on the current state of international trade and the challenges posed by tariff policy in a rapidly changing global landscape. It will examine the impact of uncertainty on global commerce and the strategies employed by different international actors.

Trade Wars and Their Consequences

  • The politicization of taxation as a tool in foreign affairs
  • Analysis of the Trump administration’s trade policies and their impact on the global economy
  • The European Union’s response to an uncertain economic outlook

China-Spain Trade Relations

  • Chinese capital investment in Spain and its impact on national industry
  • Barcelona as a hub for Chinese tech-industrial investment in Europe and its role in redefining the post-industrial landscape

Legal and Technological Aspects

  • Regulatory and legal challenges in the imposition of tariffs on Chinese technology
  • Legal barriers and possible solutions to mitigate the impact of trade restrictions
  • Artificial intelligence and its impact on the European legal framework

Entrepreneurship in China: Models and Lessons for Spain

  • Tax structure and business models in China
  • Requirements and processes for company creation
  • Challenges and opportunities for Chinese entrepreneurs in Spain
  • The role of Barcelona in job creation and fostering business innovation

This seminar provides a unique opportunity to understand the economic and commercial dynamics shaping international relations.

We look forward to your participation.