China’s accession to the WTO with respect to improving the social security system in the country

In the decade since China’s accession to the WTO, the country’s social security system has constantly been improved, which has mitigated the dual risks of internal instability and external shocks. As China integrates more fully into global economic systems, its social security system will continue to play a significant and unique role. Nevertheless, the system needs further improvement in order to adapt to the ever-changing domestic and international situations under the framework of the WTO. Improving the system will mean confronting all kinds of challenges.

China’s social security system prior to entry into the WTO