Carbon Economics Salon convenes experts in Shenzhen to discuss climate‑trade linkages for Asia‑Pacific
Executive summary: The Carbon Economics Salon was held at PHBS in Shenzhen on July 29, 2026, convening nearly 100 scholars, policymakers, and industry representatives to discuss the climate‑trade nexus in the Asia‑Pacific region. The seminar highlights growing policy and business interest in aligning carbon economics with trade, which could shape future carbon pricing mechanisms and regional regulatory frameworks.
Who is involved: Peking University HSBC Business School (PHBS), Shenzhen-based academics, Asian‑Pacific policymakers, and industry representatives from sectors such as energy, manufacturing, and finance.
Likely next: Organizers plan to publish seminar proceedings and present findings to regional ministerial meetings later in 2026, potentially informing upcoming carbon market discussions.
On July 29, 2026, the Peking University HSBC Business School (PHBS) in Shenzhen hosted the Carbon Economics Salon, drawing nearly 100 academics, policymakers, and industry representatives to examine the climate‑trade nexus affecting the Asia‑Pacific region. The event featured discussions on carbon pricing, emissions accounting, and potential policy coordination among governments and businesses. By bringing together stakeholders from multiple sectors, the salon aims to inform forthcoming regulatory measures and corporate sustainability strategies related to carbon emissions.
Timeline
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Historical parallels
- Carbon Economics Salon held on June 16, 2026 at PHBS in Shenzhen (PR Newswire, July 27, 2026)
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