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World Trade Dialogue 2026 Paradigm Shift in World Trade: Transformation, Resilience & A New Era of Connectivity

28. April 2026 | 9:30 Uhr
Hapag-Lloyd AG, Ballindamm 25, Hamburg

Global trade is entering a decisive phase of transformation. Accelerating technological change, shifting geopolitical alliances, and the growing urgency of climate action are redefining how goods, data, and ideas move across borders. In this new landscape, resilience and connectivity have become the cornerstones of a sustainable global economy. 

As supply chains are reconfigured and digital networks reshape commerce, both companies and policymakers alike face the challenge of balancing efficiency with security, openness with sovereignty, and innovation with inclusion. The rules and relationships that have governed international trade for decades are being rewritten, signalling not just adaptation, but a paradigm shift. 

Initiated by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy and Hapag-Lloyd AG, Germany’s largest container shipping line, the World Trade Dialogue Hamburg 2026 will bring together global leaders from business, policy and academia to discuss the impact of transformation, resilience and connectivity on the future of world trade.

Take advantage of this high-level platform to gain exclusive insights, form strategic alliances and discuss the way forward with key decision-makers. 

Register now and join the discussion!

Speaker (extract)

Rolf Habben Jansen CEO, Hapag-Lloyd AG
Simone Menne President, AmCham Germany
Dr. Maximilian Rothkopf COO, Hapag-Lloyd AG
Prof. Dr. Moritz Schularick President, Kiel Institute for the World Economy
Dr. Brad Setser Senior Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations

Moderation

Uwe Jean Heuser
Dr. Uwe Jean Heuser World Economic Correspondent, DIE ZEIT; Publisher, ZEIT für Unternehmer

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