As the United Nations prepares to commemorate its 80th anniversary in 2025, a new wave of youth-led initiatives is reshaping global dialogues on inequality. Through CGTN's collaborative 'One Home: Shared Future' campaign, young voices like Edward from France are spotlighting bold solutions to eradicate poverty.
Edward's proposal emphasizes three key strategies: restructuring unfair debt systems affecting developing economies, implementing wealth redistribution through taxes on ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and prioritizing sustainable infrastructure investments. 'Poverty isn’t inevitable—it’s a policy choice,' he stated in a recent interview, urging world leaders to 'build economies that value people over profits.'
This campaign comes as Asian nations grapple with post-pandemic recovery and climate-related economic pressures. Analysts suggest such youth-driven proposals could influence policy frameworks in emerging markets, particularly in South and Southeast Asia where wealth gaps remain pronounced.
"When we cancel debts choking developing nations, we unlock resources for education and healthcare—the real foundations of progress," Edward emphasized.
