Weekly roundup of people news, Apr 9

What are Beijing's economic priorities this year, and how much will China's economy expand in 2020? Seven experts shared their opinions.

The pandemic looks may have led to greater use of remote capital-raising but might it also encourage investors to establish more overseas offices?

PXP Vietnam shutting down; new Indian multi-family office launches; Fullerton names new China head; some Merian staff joining Jupiter in Asia, others departing; Carlyle hires MD for Japan advisory team; First State appoints global distribution head; China Minsheng property unit removes two from board after arrests; StanChart poaches global wealth head; and more.

Hong Kong’s mandatory provident fund trustees are facing a backlash for receiving high fee incomes despite offering poor returns and could see pressure to allow withdrawals.

As Chinese pressure grows on its turbulent territory – both openly and behind the scenes – concerns are understandably rising among investment executives.