China's Xi May Be Unaware of All the Risks He's Running, Author Howie

The video discusses Xi Jinping's efforts to reshape China's economy and society, highlighting the potential risks and impacts on various sectors, including the property market and Evergrande. It addresses the challenges of maintaining social stability while avoiding moral hazard in investments. The discussion also covers long-term economic concerns, such as stagnation, lack of innovation, and demographic challenges, which could hinder China's future growth.

What is one of the main goals of Xi Jinping's economic reforms?

• To reduce property prices

• To prepare for the party Congress

• To improve relations with the West

• To increase foreign investment

How might Xi Jinping's policies impact the property market?

• By causing social unrest

• By increasing property prices

• By stabilizing the market

• By reducing government control

What is a potential consequence of the Evergrande crisis?

• Increased foreign investment

• Improved property affordability

• Stronger local government finances

• Systemic financial risk

What long-term economic issue is China facing according to the transcript?

• High levels of innovation

• Rapid economic growth

• Economic stagnation

• Increased global influence

What challenge does China face in balancing social stability and economic policy?

• Increasing property prices

• Discouraging moral hazard

• Encouraging foreign investment

• Reducing government debt