Dumping is a situation when an exporting country (or a company in the exporting country) sells the goods in another country at a price lower than the domestic price or the price in the international market. In the world trade, dumping is considered as a violation and is prohibited by many bilateral and multilateral international economic agreements and organizations, such as the World Trade Organization (WTO).
When dumping occurs in a third country, it means that the goods are sold in a third country at a price significantly lower than their home domestic price. This price difference often distorts the competitive environment in the third country, and significantly affects the competitive capacity of local enterprises. Therefore, anti-dumping measures are essential for protecting the local market from unfair competition.
In addition, anti-dumping measures also reduce the market share of imported goods and create opportunities for domestic industries and consumers to benefit from. It also allows the domestic industry to adjust quickly to changing conditions and protect the economic interests of domestic companies and countries.
Anti-dumping measures are taken by the country, where dumping occurs. Such measures may include financial penalties, additional taxes, or other trade remedies for imported products in order to equalize the price and create a more equal market. Furthermore, countries can also take measures to protect their domestic industries, such as subsidies and stronger import restrictions.
In order to effectively apply anti-dumping measures, there are some criteria that should be satisfied. Firstly, the aim of the measures should be to restore fair competition in the domestic market and reduce the unfair advantages. Secondly, there should be evidence of dumping in a third country. Thirdly, there should be evidence of injury or threat of injury to the businesses or markets of the importing country. Lastly, the anti-dumping measures should not be more trade-restrictive than necessary.
In conclusion, dumping into a third country can cause significant damage to the domestic industry. Therefore, it is necessary to take effective anti-dumping measures to protect the local industry from unfair competition. Such measures should be taken in accordance with the international agreements and should not be more trade-restrictive than necessary.