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John Bruner's avatar

Thank your for pointing out that Hong Kong demonstrates that capitalism and democracy are not synonymous. Simply favoring capitalism is not enough.

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Dave Watt's avatar

at least President Xi is now having to deal with domestic issues in Mainland China which in some small measure may keep him distracted. Major collapse of housing markets and a newly created class of citizen who has tasted some comforts that come with a bit of money. Previously this money was reserved for Party faithful. Not true today. Tough to govern nearly a Billion and one half people.

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