Tsai Ing-wen says China's probes to be first of many

However, since the public has been concerned that cheaper Chinese goods might have a negative impact on the local market, Ho suggested that "the anti-dumping probe initiated by the Chinese side is one example that can be utilized by Taiwan to protect domestic industries' rights and interests [by considering launching our own probes, when necessary]."

Despite the long road that Taiwan faced in gaining accession to the world trade body, Tsai said that the anti-dumping war has only just begun and will continue to grow. Taiwan still faces many WTO challenges ahead, she warned.