As artificial intelligence, green energy, and digital innovation reshape global industries, students across Asia are redefining their roles in tomorrow's workforce. In an upcoming episode of The Power of Youth+, CGTN correspondent Merna explores career aspirations at Beijing's University of International Business and Economics through conversations with students from China, Vietnam, and Armenia.
"Choosing between passion and practicality isn't just personal – it's about what our societies need," said one participant, reflecting the tension between individual ambition and collective responsibility. The dialogue reveals how young Asians are balancing emerging fields like renewable energy infrastructure and AI ethics with traditional economic drivers.
With 60% of the world's youth population residing in Asia, these career decisions carry weight for regional development. A Vietnamese computer science student highlighted the push to "build solutions for sustainable urbanization," while an Armenian economics major emphasized cross-border digital trade opportunities.
The episode airs October 21 at 8 p.m. Beijing Time, offering insights for educators, employers, and policymakers navigating Asia's talent transformation.
