Has Hong Kong's Economy Peaked? (William T. Wilson, The National Interest)

The sun may be setting on Hong Kong's once indomitable economy.

http://nationalinterest.org/feature/has-hong-kongs-economy-peaked-17866

China's Huge 'One Belt, One Road' Initiative Is Sweeping Central Asia (William T. Wilson, The National Interest)

Having overbuilt in many domestic industries—such as coal, cement and even solar panels—the Chinese government is redirecting its capital abroad. The aim is to reduce excessive industrial capacity at home while increasing financial returns. U.S. policymakers ought to be watching this very closely.

http://nationalinterest.org/feature/chinas-huge-one-belt-one-road-initiative-sweeping-central-17150

Saudi Arabia's Empty Threat to Wreck the U.S. Economy (William T. Wilson, The National Interest)

In recent years there has been much speculation over what would happen to U.S. financial markets and the economy if Chinese authorities suddenly decided to sell the approximately $1.3 trillion in U.S. Treasuries or government bonds they are estimated to own. In recent weeks, rumors have circulated that the Saudis were considering selling theirs—up to $750 billion of American dollar-denominated assets held by the kingdom.

http://nationalinterest.org/feature/saudi-arabias-empty-threat-wreck-the-us-economy-15993