Alumni Legal Club: Tariff Tantrums - Trump, Trade, and what's next
Navigating through economic fluctuation with the Vlerick Alumni Legal Club
Once again, tariffs are at the centre of global economic strategy and political discourse. The USA’s aggressive trade position means businesses and policymakers now have to navigate a world where customs duties are doubling as domestic industrial policy, foreign policy leverage and campaign messaging.
Join the Vlerick Alumni Legal Club – and leading voices from economics, policy and practice – to assess where we’ve been and what could be coming next.
Speakers
Filip Abraham
Professor of International Economics
Filip Abraham specialises in the impact of developments in business environments worldwide on countries, regions and companies.
Payne Griffin
Senior Director, FTI Consulting
Payne is an expert in policy and regulation. He advises clients on trade, national security and environmental issues.
Thomas Kukanza
Senior Trade Advisor, Baker McKenzie
Thomas has more than a decade of experience in customs and international trade – and advises clients on trade-related topics.
Ward Lietaert
Lawyer, Customs Legal
Ward advises clients on customs, excise duties and VAT. He is currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Antwerp.
Programme
- 6.30pm: Networking reception
- 7pm: Keynote speech
- 7.30pm: Panel debate and Q&A
- 8.15pm: Closing drink and walking dinner
Practical information
- Vlerick students and graduates from 2020-2025: free
- Vlerick Alumni: €45
- Third parties: €95
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