"the Office" China(2010) -

For more details on the episode's production and cast, you can visit the IMDb page for "China" . 2010 Annual Report - CECC.gov

The episode follows two main storylines: Michael's misguided attempt to "stop" China and Pam's struggle with Dwight's draconian building management. "The Office" China(2010)

The episode reflected real-world anxieties of the time, as 2010 was a landmark year for China's global standing: For more details on the episode's production and

: Convinced that China will soon overtake the United States, Michael challenges the office to a debate. To his surprise, Oscar is the only one who can counter his hyperbolic claims with facts. Determined to win, Michael spends the day researching and eventually manages to stump Oscar with a technicality, earning him a hollow victory and the temporary title of the office's "intellectual." To his surprise, Oscar is the only one

: Tensions regarding currency valuation and trade deficits with the U.S. were frequent headlines in major publications like The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.

: In 2010, China officially surpassed Japan to become the world's second-largest economy .