China and International Trade

This week's topic is, "China and International Trade." Potential lines of discussion include: regional factors, tariffs and non-tariff barriers, and trade disputes.

When: Tuesday, March 10th at 7:30pm
Where: City Shop Panyu Lu The expectation is that everyone purchases a small drink or snack.

Readings (Listed in order of importance, please read as far as you can.)

1. "US-China and China-World Trade Statistics," USBC.
   
2. "China Trade Surplus Widens In January," WSJ.
3. "China's Quest for Resources: No Strings," The Economist.
   
4. At one point, we will break up into five smaller groups to discuss China's trade with specific regions: 1) Asia and Oceania; 2) Europe and Russia; 3) Africa; 4) Middle East and Central Asia; and 5) the Americas. Select one group and consider/research the nature of China's trade relationship with that region.
   

Optional

1. "A Textile Capital of China is Hobbled by a Downturn Gone Global," NYT.
2. "Is Protectionism a Threat to the World Economy?," The Economic Observer Online.
3. "China's WTO Envoy: Protectionism Will Protect No One," Xinhua.