China model seen challenged in “hostile” environment

Leading China experts and investors remain bullish about the country's long-term growth story – at least outwardly. But there are more caveats than ever before because they see the Asian giant facing huge challenges in an increasingly hostile environment. For one, experts argue that the relationship between China and the US is set to deteriorate further, regardless of whether American president Donald Trump remains in power and continues his protectionist policies. “US-China fri…