Tony Abad

Integration. Competition. Innovation.

Tony Abad

With a wealth of experience working for and advising international corporations, governments, and institutions, Tony Abad is a highly regarded speaker, dispute settlement panelist, mediator, and facilitator in international trade and investment law. Tony’s dynamic presence and profound insights on global markets enable clients to communicate, negotiate, and collaborate more effectively in a culturally diverse world. Whether you require strategic guidance, training, or expert mediation, Tony delivers clarity and confidence to every cross-cultural and cross-border interaction. Tony is the host and leadership advisor for TCP’s Lead with the AI Edge program.

Tony stands as a prominent figure in International Trade and Competition and serves as a Professor of International Economic Law, recognized for his ability to connect cultures and traverse business boundaries worldwide. Currently engaged in research at the World Trade Institute, Tony is investigating the impact of AI on international trade law and competition. His role as a regular dispute settlement panelist at the WTO, representation at the International Chamber of Commerce Commission on Competition, and hosting of the program Political Capital on Bloomberg TV demonstrate his commitment to fostering economic integration. Tony’s expertise and advocacy position him as an essential asset for organizations navigating intricate cross-border challenges.

Tony Abad

- Leadership Keynote Speaker, TCP Growth
- CEO, TradeAdvisors
- Professor of International Economic Law and Competition Law
- World Trade Organization – Panelist, Dispute Settlement Body
- International Chamber of Commerce Commission on Competition - Chairman for the Philippines
- Anchor/ Host, Bloomberg TV Philippines
- Harvard University Harvard Kennedy School of Government - International Trade and Finance
- World Trade Institute – PhD Researcher/Investigator
- Universität Bern – PhD Candidate
- International Trade Law Expert