Chen Zhiwu

Chen Zhiwu is a prominent Chinese economist known for his expertise in finance, political economy, and economic development. With an impressive academic background that includes over a decade of teaching at Yale University, he currently serves as the director of the Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Hong Kong and holds a professorship at the Faculty of Economics and Management. His research focuses on the Chinese economy, financial markets, and state-market relations, providing valuable insights into global economic transformations. Recently, he was in the news for his analysis of the end of globalization as we know it, emphasizing the rise of regional alliances and the implications of U.S.-China trade tensions.