Patterns of Global Economic Integration & Disintegration, 1850s to Present

This session (Noveber 19) is part of a two-day conference. The conference continues on November 20 at Sciences Po Paris (1 place Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin), with a closing keynote by Professor Kenneth Pomeranz (University of Chicago). Separate registrationis required here -(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfxivb9NOesJFNStm77fePYEGxlBs3fi613-yV54RiS4fIeBg/viewform). About the conference Patterns of Global Economic Integration & Disintegration, 1850s to Present examines the varied forms that global economic connections have taken over time. It challenges familiar binaries such as “free market” versus “state intervention,” “free trade” versus “mercantilism,” and “financial liberalization” versus “regulation.” Through detailed archival research and a distinct historical framework, the conference aims to illuminate the heterogeneity of global economic linkages. Contributions will map the forces that drive economic integration, examine why connections have repeatedly frayed or been disrupted, and move beyond common binary or linear narratives. The program will take place over two days: one day at Sciences Po Paris and the other at the University of Chicago Center in Paris. The conference will open and close with two keynote lectures, creating opportunities for professional exchange and networking. Organizing Committee: Hugo Carlier (CHSP); Atman Mehta (UChicago); Giulio Piumelli (CHSP/SSM Naples); Eduardo T. Romero (UChicago) Scientific Committee: Paul B. Cheney (UChicago); Mario Del Pero (CHSP); Jonathan Levy (CHSP); James T. Sparrow (UChicago); Sofia Valeonti (American Univ. of Paris); Paula Vedoveli (Getulio Vargas Foundation) Event supported by: Forum for Free Inquiry and Expression (University of Chicago), International Institute of Research in Paris (University of Chicago John W. Boyer Center in Paris), French Chicago Center (University of Chicago), École de la recherche (Sciences Po Paris), Centre d’histoire (Sciences Po Paris)