World leading programs of advanced studies in the fields of international law, economics & political science

The World Trade Institute (WTI) is the leading interdisciplinary academic institution dedicated to teaching and research focused on international trade and investment regulation, economic globalization and sustainability.

Our program uniquely combines a multidisciplinary perspective with a strong applied focus. In addition to our resident faculty, we bring in the world’s leading trade and investment experts from law firms, international organizations, policy research institutes and top universities.

As a centre of excellence at the University of Bern with an international, interdisciplinary focus, we explore the interconnections between the fields of law, economics and political science.

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18 Feb 2025 | News

The Global Economic Impact of Trump's Tariff War: Who Wins & Who Loses?

Since returning to the White House less than four weeks ago, the message from Donald Trump on trade appears to be tariffs, tariffs -- tariffs.

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14 Feb 2025 | News

Governing Migration: Analysing Regional Migration Governance and Free Movement of Persons in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)

Congratulations to the World Trade Institute’s MILE 12 alumna Amanda Bisong for obtaining her PhD cum laude from Vrije University Amsterdam.

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13 Feb 2025 | News

WTI Fellow Christian Häberli chairs USMCA Panel Ruling against Mexico in GM Corn Dispute

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