On June 27, 2025 ICAS launched a special EVI segment: the Global Trade in Tension Series. This new series comes at a time when global trade tensions are once again on the rise—not just between the United States and China, but also involving Europe, Canada, Mexico, and many others. While tariffs remain a flashpoint, today’s disputes extend far beyond that—to export controls, capital restrictions, and broader concerns about the direction of globalization itself. In such a fragmented environment, it is more important than ever to understand how different economies perceive the stakes and define their interests. Through this series, we hope to spotlight diverse perspectives from around the world, provide context behind national positions, and—most importantly—explore how we might collectively navigate through this period of uncertainty and renewed competition.