Tariffs, tensions and deals: global trade lost in transition?

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 17:30-18:30 Vienna time (CET) 

Guest speaker
Martin Kocher, Governor, Oesterreichische Nationalbank (OeNB)

Moderator
Ben Kelmanson, Director, Joint Vienna Institute

In April, the US administration announced steep “reciprocal” tariffs on many of its trading partners. Although some of the highest announced tariffs were later retracted, the administration made it clear that countries would need to strike “deals” with the USA to avoid their reintroduction. Governor Martin Kocher will talk about these recent developments in the international trading system, about trade “wars” and tariffs, and what this implies for growth and inflation in Europe.

The annual lecture will be held in English.

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We look forward to continuing our engagement with you!

Ben Kelmanson, Director (JVI)