Federico Steinberg, a Catedrático Príncipe de Asturias at Georgetown University and principal researcher at the Real Instituto Elcano, will headline the ENTRE 2026 conference on September 30 and October 1 to analyze how shifts in U.S. foreign and economic policy are redefining global geopolitics. Steinberg, who served as a special advisor to EU High Representative Josep Borrell from 2019 to 2024, will examine the impact of the Trump administration’s policies on the international liberal order, transatlantic relations, and the U.S.-China rivalry.
U.S. Policy Shifts and the International Liberal Order
The core of Steinberg’s analysis focuses on the transition of U.S. strategic priorities and its ripple effects. According to the event program, Steinberg will evaluate how the return of “power logics” and rising protectionism are challenging the established liberal international order. This shift specifically targets the security and technological competition between the United States and China.
Geopolitical Stability in Ukraine and the Middle East
Current conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East continue to dictate the international agenda. Steinberg will address how these wars are conditioning the international agenda. The analysis will explore the role Europe must assume in a context marked by the rise of protectionism, the return of power logics, and growing economic and financial uncertainty.
The Intersection of Macroeconomics and Artificial Intelligence
The ENTRE 2026 summit integrates geopolitical risk with technological disruption. Steinberg will participate alongside macroeconomics specialist Álvaro Sanmartín and AI expert Richard Benjamins. The discussion, moderated by journalist Belén Carreño, will focus on geopolitical, macroeconomic, and artificial intelligence changes.
- Geopolitics: The shift from globalization to regional blocs and strategic competition.
- Macroeconomics: The impact of protectionist trade policies on global growth and inflation.
- Artificial Intelligence: How AI accelerates the technological gap between superpowers and reshapes labor markets.
Event Logistics and Industry Support
Organized by INESE with the support of Aon Reinsurance, Gallagher Re, Gen Re, Guy Carpenter, Lloyd’s, Mapfre Re, Nacional Re, Scor and Swiss Re, the event takes place over two days, beginning with a welcome cocktail on September 30 and concluding with the strategic program on October 1.
Quick Reference: ENTRE 2026 Key Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Key Speaker | Federico Steinberg (Georgetown University / Real Instituto Elcano) |
| Dates | September 30 – October 1 |
| Core Themes | Geopolitics, Macroeconomics, Artificial Intelligence |
| Organizer | INESE |
Keep reading