Author profile: Bruno S. Sergi

Bruno S. Sergi, PhD is a faculty affiliate at the Harvard Center for International Development, an associate at the Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies, and an associate at the Harvard University Asia Center. He serves on several academic advisory boards across Europe, Asia, and Africa. He is currently researching emerging markets’ political economy, particularly sustainable development and global development practices.

Balancing Costs and Fairness: The Loss of Focus on Social Values

Bruno S. Sergi • Aug 10 2025 • Articles

US tariffs and the EU’s integrationist competitiveness funds both view social spending as a consequence, rather than a contributing factor, to equitable and sustainable growth.

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