Renee Bowen identifies a decline in the rules-based international economic order, explaining the need for research to examine risks facing international economic institutions and how those risks connect to domestic politics, such as a rise in populism. Trade Matters (PODCAST)

Gaurav Khanna says that geopolitical factors and the novel coronavirus pandemic have contributed to a slowdown in the number of foreign students enrolled in U.S. universities – a trend that will likely continue, meaning that university systems will have to grapple with ways to keep tuition more affordable for state residents. The San Diego Union-Tribune

One of China’s goals is to elevate its role in global financial markets by increasing the yuan’s share of global transactions and currency reserves. Victor Shih explains some of the roadblocks and potential solutions China may pursue. Quartz