Discussion Papers

Trapped in strategic competition? An analysis of EU-China trade relations in game theoretic settings

Juli 2026 • Discussion Paper Nr. 02

Autoren: Georg Stadtmann, Daniel Antoci

This case study examines the evolving trade conflict between the European Union (EU) and China, focusing on tariffs imposed on electric vehicles and the resulting strategic interaction between both parties. While international trade theory emphasizes mutual gains from trade, recent developments suggest increasing protectionist tendencies on both sides. The study highlights...

B|Orders in Motion: Asymmetric Effects of EU Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles

Juli 2026 • Discussion Paper Nr. 01

Autoren: Martin Kaloudis, Georg Stadtmann, Thorsten Zippan

Trade policy measures are regaining importance amid geopolitical tensions and the increasing fragmentation of the global economy. The European Union’s imposition of countervailing duties on electric vehicles from China illustrates that borders do not hold the same economic significance for all economies. The established “B|Orders in Motion” approach provides...