The paper enquires into the e¤ects of China’s entry into the WTO on its economic growth. We find that even in the short run (2001-2005), economic performance can be improved due to obtaining higher survival probability of economic growth rate and better protection of consumer welfare.

The paper enquires into the short run effect (2001-2005) of China’s entry into the WTO on its economic growth. We conclude there is no economic hazard with a …nding that China’s economy would enjoy a higher survival probability of economic growth rate and better protection of consumer...

The paper enquires into the short run e¤ect (2001-2005) of China’s entry into the WTOon its economic growth. We conclude there is no economic hazard with a finding that Chinaseconomy would enjoy a higher survival probability of economic growth rate and better protectionof consumer welfare,...