Shang-Jin Wei
Shang-Jin Wei, a former chief economist at the Asian Development Bank, is Professor of Finance and Economics at Columbia Business School and Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs.
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Would Harris or Trump Be Better for the World Economy?
Would Harris or Trump Be Better for the World Economy?
Sep 2, 2024 Shang-Jin Wei compares the two US presidential candidates’ likely agendas for global trade.
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Will Trump Benefit from the Attempt on His Life?
Will Trump Benefit from the Attempt on His Life?
Jul 16, 2024 Shang-Jin Wei draws parallels between the attack on Trump and the incident that swayed the 2004 Taiwanese election.
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The Global Implications of EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs
The Global Implications of EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs
Jun 19, 2024 Shang-Jin Wei explains how higher levies will affect domestic consumers, Chinese producers, and other countries.
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Is India’s Economy Overhyped?
Is India’s Economy Overhyped?
Apr 17, 2024 Shang-Jin Wei argues that the country’s rapid development, while undeniable, conceals deeper structural problems.
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The Right Response to China’s Electric-Vehicle Subsidies
The Right Response to China’s Electric-Vehicle Subsidies
Apr 5, 2024 Gernot Wagner & Shang-Jin Wei explains why the United States and the European Union are considering tariffs – and why that’s a bad idea.