{
  "id": 1417387,
  "title": "World Youth Forum convenes 700 students in Hong Kong",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/world-youth-forum-convenes-700-students-in-hong-kong",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-17T04:18:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Vietnam Investment Review",
    "slug": "vietnam-investment-review",
    "url": "https://vir.com.vn/world-youth-forum-convenes-700-students-in-hong-kong-158848.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On August 13, the World Youth Forum (WYF) wrapped up the Future Economics Leadership Summit (WYF-FELS) in Hong Kong, convening over 700 students from 20 countries and regions. The summit, held from August 9 to 13, delved into the intersections of economics, business, technology, and society. Students from diverse backgrounds collaborated in teams, tackling real-world challenges and devising evidence-based solutions through academic competitions, group projects, and presentations. The event fostered economic acumen, entrepreneurial thinking, and leadership skills, while also promoting critical thinking, effective communication, and cross-cultural teamwork. Renowned experts from academia, industry, and international education, such as Patrick Schultz, CEO of Business Professionals of America; Tierney Kraft, COO of the Council for Economic Education; and Alison Marie Tanker, Managing Director of Minerva Baccalaureate, lent their insights to the program. The summit also featured a leadership gathering where distinguished students and alumni shared how WYF had shaped their academic pursuits, personal development, and engagement with global issues. Participants explored the role of youth-led storytelling, student ambassadors, and digital communities in extending the summit's influence beyond its duration. Activities like U20 – Youth Voice, Immersion Lab, and World Youth Fusion showcased students' capacity to grasp intricate issues, collaborate across borders, propose innovative solutions, and cultivate intercultural exchanges. WYF plans to continue collaborating with educational institutions, educators, universities, and industry partners to broaden access to real-world learning and connect students with future academic, internship, and career prospects.",
  "summary": "Non profit organization World Youth Forum gathered over 700 international students from 20 countries for its Future Economics Leadership Summit in Hong Kong",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "South China Morning Post - Hong Kong",
        "title": "Northern Metropolis and AI vital to Hong Kong’s 5-year plan: business chambers",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/northern-metropolis-and-ai-vital-to-hong-kongs-5-year-plan-business",
        "published": "2026-08-15T10:57:12.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}