Topic: Hong Kong Protests

The ongoing protests in Hong Kong have escalated to include a shutdown of the international airport, significantly impacting global travel and finance. President Trump has delayed some tariffs on Chinese goods to avoid impacting the Christmas shopping season, a move interpreted by some as a sign of weakness. Reports indicate a Chinese military buildup in nearby Shenzhen as the trade dispute continues.

Massive protests continued in Hong Kong as demonstrators demanded the complete withdrawal of a bill that would allow extraditions to mainland China. The hosts marvel at the "crowd discipline" shown in viral footage of protesters parting for an ambulance. They speculate whether these protests could serve as a dry run for similar movements in Beijing against the leadership of Xi Jinping.