Over 700 students from over 20 countries gather in Hong Kong summit

More than 700 students from 20-plus countries convened in Hong Kong from August 9 to 13 for the Future Economics Leadership Summit, organized by the World Youth Forum (WYF). The five-day event centered on economics, business, technology, and their societal impacts. Participants hailing from Malaysia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Vietnam, and additional nations engaged in team-based work tackling real-world challenges. The program incorporated academic competitions, collaborative projects, and presentations.

The summit also boasted lectures and contributions from academics, industry professionals, and representatives from international education. Notable speakers included Patrick Schultz from Business Professionals of America, Tierney Kraft from Council for Economic Education and Alaina Ritchie, the partnerships director, alongside Alison Marie Tanker, the managing director for international programmes at Minerva Baccalaureate.

Experts from institutions such as Istanbul Technical University, the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology lent their knowledge.

Additional activities encompassed U20 – Youth Voice, Immersion Lab, and World Youth Fusion, which emphasized discussions, teamwork, and cultural exchange. A distinct session facilitated connections between students and alumni to deliberate on their academic trajectories, personal experiences, and involvement in global matters. The WYF expressed intentions to persist in collaborating with schools, universities, and industry partners on initiatives aimed at offering students greater exposure to practical learning.