The doors of the 2025 Summer Davos Forum opened June 24 in Tianjin, marking a three-day deep dive into "Entrepreneurship for a New Era." Against the backdrop of rapid global change, delegates zoomed in on five pivotal topics: deciphering the world economy, economic outlook, industry disruption, investing in people and the planet, and breakthroughs in new energy and materials.
Among them was Drew Shula, an American entrepreneur and environmentalist determined to track how bold ideas translate into real-world impact. In an exclusive chat with CGTN Stringer, Shula praised the Chinese mainland as "just full of wonderful people and an inspiring place." He added that every conversation, from renewable energy pioneers to young startup founders, offers fresh sparks of inspiration.
Shula sees the Davos platform as fertile ground for bridging U.S. and Chinese ingenuity, especially around sustainable solutions. "The challenges we face—climate risks, resource constraints, social inequality—do not respect borders," he noted. "Collaboration is our best bet for turning breakthroughs into scalable solutions."
Data-driven sessions at the forum highlighted that investment in green technologies has surged by 30% year-on-year, while startups in the new energy sector have attracted over $50 billion globally. This momentum underscores the growing role of entrepreneurs in reshaping industries and unlocking shared prospects.
For young global citizens, business innovators and changemakers, the 2025 Summer Davos sends a clear message: by uniting diverse perspectives and expertise, we can propel entrepreneurship toward a more sustainable and inclusive future.
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