An expanded reading list this week. Enjoy!

• Who dominates the economies of Southeast Asia?: Japan is region’s biggest investor but data show Beijing’s influence is growing fast.
• The man who changed the world, twice: A profile of Stewart Brand.
• Is it gloom or boom, Dr. Doom?: Conversation with Marc Faber.
• Thoughts on ASEAN: Recent talk by Hans Vriens at the FCC in Hong Kong.
• Investment outlook: Interview with James Hay.
• High wages versus high savings in a globalized world: Democracies may have to choose between raising wages and redistributing income or maintaining free trade and capital flows.
• The next epidemic is coming: Bill Gates on how we can make sure we’re ready.
• Where’s the invisible hand when you need it?: Obama was hostile to the principles of capitalism. In some ways, Trump isn’t much of an improvement.
• Mahathir comeback turns former protégés’ worlds upside down: Anwar Ibrahim has chance to be Malaysia PM while Najib Razak faces uncertain future.
• Roles of independent directors, auditors back in spotlight: Controversies at Midas and Vard have investors demanding answers and lobbying authorities for a revision of takeover rules.
• Hong Kong’s illicit wildlife trade: Interview with Joanna Chiu.