HSBC’s Hussain on China’s Belt & Road Initiative, Project Risks, HSBC Benefit

The video discusses the Belt and Road Initiative, focusing on sustainability, international involvement, and economic impacts. President Xi's vision for open, green, and clean projects is highlighted, along with the challenges businesses face in navigating risks. The economic trends, including trade diversification and the impact of the global economy, are explored. HSBC's role and the financial benefits of the initiative are also covered.

What was President Xi's vision for the next phase of the Belt and Road Initiative?

• To limit international involvement

• To increase reliance on fossil fuels

• To make it open, green, and clean

• To focus on military expansion

What type of risks are businesses advised to navigate in the Belt and Road Initiative?

• Political, credit, and counterparty risks

• Technological and innovation risks

• Cultural and language barriers

• Environmental and climate risks

What is one reason for the decline in the value of Belt and Road projects?

• Lack of interest from China

• Over-reliance on technology

• Projects taking longer to negotiate

• Increased competition from Europe

How has the trade war impacted the Belt and Road Initiative?

• It has caused a shift to European markets

• It has led to a focus on intra-Asia trade

• It has increased reliance on US trade

• It has halted all BRI projects

Which countries have benefited from the supply chain changes due to the Belt and Road Initiative?

• Germany and France

• Canada and Mexico

• Brazil and Argentina

• Vietnam and Bangladesh