Protesters gather in central London to attend a march organised by StandwithHK and D4HK in support of Pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong, on August 17, 2019. Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement faces a major test this weekend as it tries to muster another huge crowd following criticism over a recent violent airport protest and as concerns mount over Beijing's next move. / AFP / Isabel INFANTES
Should we be worried in this part of the world about dramatic events unfolding in Hong Kong, which seems to be hurtling towards a showdown. The rumble of threats from the Chinese communist party leadership is growing louder .