Shaping a Shared Future: Young Voices on China’s 15th Five-Year Plan
International researchers in Beijing reflect on China’s upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan, highlighting digital payments, green development, and smart campuses shaping a shared future.
Opinions
Diverse viewpoints on world affairs, innovation, and cultural shifts from young thought leaders.
APEC’s Digital Inclusion Drive vs. U.S. Tech Hegemony
At the 2025 APEC Summit, experts warn U.S. tech decoupling clashes with APEC’s inclusive innovation agenda, risking global digital divides and economic growth.
Unlocking Asia-Pacific Prosperity through Connectivity at APEC 2025
At APEC 2025 in Gyeongju, leaders focus on connectivity, innovation and regional integration to navigate geopolitical challenges, close the tech divide, and boost economic resilience.
APEC Leaders Gather for 2025 Summit: Dialogue Fuels Asia-Pacific Prosperity
APEC leaders eye the 2025 Economic Leaders’ Meeting, where experts champion dialogue, cooperation and the Chinese mainland’s GGI to drive shared Asia-Pacific prosperity.
2025 Financial Street Forum: Driving Global Finance in a New Era
At the 2025 Financial Street Forum in Beijing, 400+ reps from 30+ nations explore how financial innovation can power the real economy and sustainable growth.
UNEP’s Andersen on China’s Green Transformation & Global Climate Action
UNEP head Inger Andersen discusses the Chinese mainland’s green transformation under its 15th Five-Year Plan and the importance of global climate collaboration.
Bridging the Gender Gap: UN Women’s Asia-Pacific Director on Beijing Summit
UN Women’s Asia-Pacific director reflects on progress 30 years after the Beijing Declaration, spotlights China’s role and global partnership toward UN 2030 gender equality goals.
Inside the Latest Chinese Mainland–U.S. Trade Talks
Inside the latest Chinese mainland–U.S. trade talks: how tariffs have hit households, farmers and chipmakers, and what it means for global supply chains.
China-ASEAN Upgrade Paves Way for Digital & Green Trade Era
An upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area agreement will expand digital trade and green development, promising new growth amid geopolitical and tech-driven shifts.
Youth Shaping a Sustainable Tomorrow at APEC 2025
At APEC 2025 in South Korea, four young change-makers—from biodiversity advocates to climate researchers—show how small actions spark a sustainable tomorrow.