Young entrepreneurs from APEC economies are redefining regional collaboration through technology, sustainability, and cross-border partnerships. At a recent roundtable discussion moderated by Olivia He, innovators from China, Thailand, Mexico, and the Republic of Korea shared insights on building resilient economic networks.
"Our generation sees borders as bridges, not barriers," said Zhang Wei, founder of a Shanghai-based green tech startup. "When Thai agricultural innovators partner with Chinese AI developers, we create solutions that benefit entire supply chains."
The dialogue highlighted emerging trends:
Digital platforms connecting Southeast Asian SMEs with mainland China's manufacturing hubs
ROK's smart city developers collaborating with Mexican urban planners
Cross-strait tech partnerships focusing on renewable energy solutions
Dr. Priya Chattopadhyay, an APEC policy analyst, noted: "These collaborations align with APEC's 2040 vision for an open, dynamic regional economy. Youth-led innovation accounts for 38% of recent cross-member trade growth."
