And China and Russia are set to play a significant role in upcoming geopolitical developments, some speakers at the conference suggested. With this, China should accept the long-time geopolitics that underpinned stability in Asia. These were echoed by “trust”, which speakers at another session said was fast eroding to an extent due to government and business relations. Alastair Campbel, chairman of Bridger Hong Kong, said the tradition of trust was breaking down between people and ruling elites. The challenge is “how to establish trust for the world so that there is less volatility”.

Source: The Nation Bangkok November 28, 2016 09:59 UTC