Author: Nadeem M. Firoz and Ramón E. García, Montclair State University, USA 
 
Despite the positive impact of China’s opening to the global market, there are still some concerns that may be detrimental to its economy. Chinese companies claim that they are able to sell at prices below most of its competitors because of lower labor costs and not having to comply with environmental standards. As a result of all this negative publicity, China has decided to fight antidumping charges and, why not, strike with some of its own. Is China a victim of trade discrimination and protectionism? Are Chinese companies and authorities trying to portrait an image of China that does not reflect the true situation of its economy? How will China’s accession to the WTO help the country shake off antidumping charges? This article presents useful information that will help you answer these questions and arrive to your own conclusions regarding antidumping procedures against China.