Protectionism Projection and Writing About Trade Disputes
October 16, 2012
I think we all need to be a bit more circumspect when throwing around the word “protectionism.”
Tag Archives: protectionism
Apple’s China Success: TIME Asks the Wrong Question
June 22, 2012
There is no Communist cabal in China waiting in the wings to sabotage every successful foreign invested enterprise.
China and the WTO: American Buyer’s Remorse
June 15, 2012
The United States is still struggling with how China’s unique economy should fit into the World Trade Organization.
The Latest U.S.-China Trade Dispute: Solar Panels
May 18, 2012
The Obama administration will impose hefty tariffs on Chinese solar imports after determining Thursday that the country is flooding the market with underpriced panels. The Commerce Department, in a preliminary determination, ordered U.S. Customs and Border Protection to impose tariffs of between 31 and 250 percent on solar imports from various Chinese companies. (The Hill) This [...]
China to Push Foreigners Out of Surveillance Market?
April 16, 2012
Is this about national security, protectionism, or reciprocity? And what would this mean for domestic firms trying to expand overseas?
Clyde Prestowitz Advises U.S. to Play Tit for Tat With China
March 8, 2012
Is it time for the U.S. to abandon WTO disputes and fruitless negotiations and go forward with a more aggressive bilateral policy based on reciprocity?
Why Aren’t the Chinese Investing in the U.S.?
February 14, 2012
The U.S. says it’s open to Chinese investment. Sounds great, as long as you ignore all the China bashing going on in the background.
U.S.-China Trade: An Adult Conversation
February 3, 2012
A rare Op/Ed that takes a balanced approach to U.S.-Trade, acknowledging the problems without falling into the usual protectionist traps.
A Brief Note on the WTO Raw Materials Case
February 2, 2012
Was this a big loss for China, and does this mean that rare earths are next? Don’t get too excited — there is no clear answer.
Wal-Mart Green Pork Scandal: A Lingering Odor of Victimization
October 28, 2011
Wal-Mart’s green pork scandal is quickly slipping into foreign investment legend as an example of protectionism. Too bad it’s probably not true.
The U.S. Senate China Currency Bill: Tired Political Theater
October 4, 2011
I’ve been putting off a post on the topic of the current U.S. Senate bill that would punish China for the value of the RMB. I’ve been writing about this topic for at least eight years, so I’m reluctant to drag out all the old econ, trade and politics issues. That would make for a [...]
How to Argue With a Protectionist
September 26, 2011
Some good arguments to use the next time you’re stuck in an elevator with a trade protectionist.
Happy Protectionist Labor Day
September 5, 2011
If only Americans stopped buying products from abroad, the trade deficit would go away and unemployment would fall rapidly. Works for North Korea, why not the U.S.?
No Name U.S. Presidential Candidate Goes With China Bashing to Get Attention
September 2, 2011
The one issue that brings together hacks from both of America’s political parties is anti-China rhetoric. Buddy Roemer flaunted his nonsense yesterday in front of the Chinese embassy in D.C.
It’s None of Our Business Whether China Wants to Buy Shares of Facebook
July 4, 2011
Even if Zuckerberg wanted to sell some Facebook shares to Satan, the U.S. government would have no legal grounds to get involved.
New Accounting Firm Guidelines: Protectionism or Quality Control?
June 25, 2011
Is the Ministry of Finance recommending Chinese accountants over their foreign rivals? This one’s a head scratcher.
Expropriation Risk in China: How Much Should We Worry About the Alipay Transfer?
May 30, 2011
In the wake of Yahoo’s recent troubles, should foreign investors in China anticipate government-backed asset stripping and forced equity transfers?
China M&A: Never Make Assumptions, Because, Well, You Know
May 25, 2011
The Guardian rewrites history. I remember the Coca-Cola Huiyuan deal differently, but maybe that’s just me.
Will This US-China Trade Study Be Misused?
May 13, 2011
The negative effects of US-China trade might be more significant than we thought, but will trade critics also acknowledge the gains?
Xenowhobia? America’s Response to Chinese Investment
May 10, 2011
A new report by the Asia Society on Chinese overseas investment recommends that the US works on image control and depoliticizing the review process while resisting calls for reciprocal protectionism.