Dr Ben Czapnik’s academic research focuses on the right to regulate in WTO law, especially for moral and environmental purposes such as animal protection laws. He has previously undertaken postdoctoral fellowships at the National University of Singapore and Chinese University of Hong Kong where he researched China’s trade relations, including its trade tensions with the US, Australia and other countries. His research has been published in leading peer reviewed journals, including the European Journal of International Law and Journal of International Economic Law. In addition to his academic research, Dr Czapnik has significant experience as a government official and diplomat representing Australia in trade negotiations and disputes.
