The Alliance of Middle Powers as a Check on the New Power-Based Trading System
Abstract
The EU is facing weakened global trade governance, conflicts, and coercive trade measures – not only vis-à-vis China, but also in relation to the United States and its America First Trade Policy. The EU must become a more assertive global trade actor, capable of defending its rules, norms, and values in this tough trade environment. The way forward is through bilateral and plurilateral coalitions with middle powers, in particular in Asia and Latin America.
Fields of Study & Subjects
World Trade Organization Law
Global Political and Economic Relations
International Relations and Foreign Policy
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Social Science Open Access Repository (GESIS – Leibniz Institute for the Social Sciences)
- Publication date
- 9 February 2026
- Language
- EN