China and Global Trade Governance

This insightful book examines China's role in the WTO, addressing its compliance, influence, and the implications of its rise for global trade governance.

China's historic accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in November 2001 marked a significant turning point in its transition to a market economy and its integration into the global economy. The book China and Global Trade Governance offers fresh empirical data that allows readers to assess China's behavior within the liberal international economic regime. This assessment is not only timely but also essential for understanding China's evolving role in global economic governance and its implications for the international system as a whole.

In exploring China's compliance with WTO regulations and its participation in multilateral trade negotiations, China and Global Trade Governance examines the constraints that affect China's actions within this institution. The book also investigates the influence that China exerts on the effectiveness of the WTO. This comprehensive analysis addresses critical questions regarding China's position in the international arena: Is it a rule maker, a rule follower, or a rule breaker? Furthermore, can Beijing be considered a responsible stakeholder that contributes positively to global trade governance in the long term?

By delving into these questions, the book provides valuable insights into the dynamics of international trade and the shifting balance of power. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of how China's rise impacts global trade governance and what it means for the future of international economic relations.