{"id":13919,"date":"2024-11-29T12:27:12","date_gmt":"2024-11-29T05:27:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=13919"},"modified":"2024-11-29T12:27:12","modified_gmt":"2024-11-29T05:27:12","slug":"2024-global-youth-powerhouse-summit-in-hong-kong-global-leaders-and-young-professionals-address-innovation-and-economic-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=13919","title":{"rendered":"2024 Global Youth Powerhouse Summit in Hong Kong: Global Leaders and Young Professionals Address Innovation and Economic Development"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b><span>Key<\/span>\u00a0Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><span>The inaugural Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024 is under way at the Hong Kong Maritime Museum, bringing together a dynamic community of young professionals, government leaders and C-suite-level management. With over 200 local and international participants attending in person and more than 4,500 attendees taking part online from over 30 nationalities, this summit highlights <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> pivotal role in nurturing global talent, fostering cross-regional collaboration and driving the innovations that fuel economic growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>In the opening session, <i>Leaders Dialogue: Shaping the Future of Leadership<\/i>, top <\/span>leaders from <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> most influential sectors gathered to discuss the city&#8217;s pivotal role and strategic position on the global stage. This dialogue provided insights on how <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> unique strengths in policy, talent and innovation can shape the future of key industries and reinforce its standing as a hub for international collaboration and forward-thinking leadership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">HONG KONG<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Nov. 29, 2024<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; <b><span>The Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024<\/span><\/b>, organised by the <b>Hong Kong Youth Professional Global Advocacy<\/b>, officially opened <span>on <span class=\"xn-chron\">November 28<\/span><\/span>, bringing together a gathering of distinguished leaders, young professionals and innovators from across the globe. Under the theme\u00a0<i>&#8220;Empowering Professionals for a Global Initiative: A Voice from <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>&#8220;<\/i>, the summit underscores <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> enduring commitment to cultivating the next generation of global leaders and reinforcing its position as a dynamic international hub for innovation and collaboration.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2569666\/The_Hong_Kong_Youth_Professional_Global_Advocacy.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2569666\/The_Hong_Kong_Youth_Professional_Global_Advocacy.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><br \/><span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><b><span>The HON John LEE Ka-chiu, <\/span><\/b><span>GBM, SBS, PDSM, PMSM, The Chief Executive of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, extended his congratulations to the organisers of the Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024. In his message, Mr. Lee acknowledged the summit&#8217;s theme, &#8220;Empowering Professionals for a Global Initiative: A Voice from <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>,&#8221; and emphasized that the summit presents an invaluable opportunity for young professionals from the <span class=\"xn-location\">Guangdong<\/span>-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, <span class=\"xn-location\">Southeast Asia<\/span>, and the <span class=\"xn-location\">Middle East<\/span> to come together, exchange ideas, and drive forward new momentum for <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> and the world. Mr. Lee also expressed his gratitude to the Hong Kong Youth Professional Global Advocacy for its dedication to fostering connections between <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> young professionals and their international counterparts, enhancing collaboration and exchange on a global scale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><b><span>Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Kevin CH Lau<\/span><\/span><\/b>, Founding Convenor of the Hong Kong Youth Professional Global Advocacy, said, &#8220;Today, we come together with a shared vision \u2014 to empower professionals and amplify <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> voice on the global stage. The Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024 serves as a powerful catalyst, inspiring actions th<span>at transcend <\/span>borders and industries. Innovation is at the heart of progress, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> stands as a beacon\u2014an epicenter for pioneering ideas and transformative solutions. <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> is not just a gateway to <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span>, it is a hub of opportunities where creativity, ambition and collaboration converge to shape the future.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><b><span>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Cheuk Wing<\/span>-hing<\/span><\/b>, GBS, JP, Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, pointed out the world has changed immensely in geopolitics, economic development, technological transformation, trade protection and global stability. Young people are the leaders <span>of today<\/span>, not tomorrow. They have an awful lot to offer in shaping the future in their respective professional domain. Mr\u00a0Cheuk encouraged young professionals to rise to the challenges ahead and look beyond their immediate local surroundings and cultivate a broad, national and global perspective that cherishes the building of a global community of shared future. They should set their vision wider on national and global issues such as AI development, climate change and actively participate in the community&#8217;s search for improvements and solutions. Mr. Cheuk highlighted the enormous development opportunities brought by the Belt and Road Initiative and the development of the <span class=\"xn-location\">Guangdong<\/span>-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for young professionals. He urged them to make the most of the opportunities to realise their own goals and contribute to the building of a global community of shared future.<\/p>\n<p><b>Leadership\u00a0Insights\u00a0Shaping Hong\u00a0Kong&#8217;s\u00a0Role\u00a0in\u00a0Global Innovation<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>A key highlight of the summit was the <b>Leaders Dialogue: Shaping the Future of Leadership<\/b>. This brought together prominent figures from various sectors to explore <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> role in global economic development and innovation. This expert panel featured <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Bernard Chan<\/span><\/b>, Chairman of Our HK Foundation; <b>Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Allan Zeman<\/span><\/b>, Chairman of Lan Kwai Fong Group; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">David Liao<\/span><\/b>, Co-Chief Executive of HSBC Asia Pacific; <b>Mr <\/b><\/span><b><span class=\"xn-person\">Michael Yue<\/span>, <\/b>Managing Director and General Manager of Google Hong Kong; <b>Ms <span class=\"xn-person\">Ilaria Chan<\/span><\/b>, Chairperson <span>of <\/span>Tech for Good Institute and Group Advisor on Tech &amp; Social Impact <span>of <\/span>Grab, and <b>Rev <span class=\"xn-person\">Brett Hilliard<\/span><\/b>, Senior Pastor <span>of <\/span>Island Evangelical Community Church.<\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>Panelists shared their perspectives on leadership transformation in a rapidly evolving global landscape, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, inclusivity and vision in setting international standards. The discussion explored <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> strategic position as a centre of excellence and a beacon for innovation and collaboration, underscoring the city&#8217;s influence in driving global trends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>&#8220;<span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> will do fine regardless of what, because it has always been a connector. And this is what central government wants <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> to serve. So <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> as a place will do well. But whether our local youth can take advantage of that is entirely up to them,&#8221; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Bernard Chan<\/span> <\/b>told the young professionals in <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>. &#8220;If they&#8217;re willing to get to know what <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span> and the rest of the world are doing, we need to understand what the gaps and the needs are, and how we can provide that value.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>&#8220;You need to be so curious, so compassionate, and so savvy in meeting people from different racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, reading about the world. And then you form your own opinion of what people really are about instead of regurgitating soundbites and repeating what people are trying to sell to you. Then you develop something creative and value-added to the people you&#8217;re trying to connect with and the ecosystem you&#8217;re trying to build. That&#8217;s how you will not be disrupted by AI,&#8221; <b>Ms <span class=\"xn-person\">Ilaria Chan<\/span> <\/b>shared her insight about how to live with AI.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Exploring Opportunities in Industries Driving Innovation for Global Impact<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>Thematic discussions throughout the day focused on addressing pressing global challenges and on unlocking opportunities in critical industries. In the session titled <b>The Health Economy: Navigating Innovations for a Resilient Future<\/b>, thought leaders from top healthcare and insurance organizations examined the transformative potential of health technologies and integrated healthcare services. Panellists included <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">David Chang<\/span><\/b>, Founding Managing Partner of MindWorks Capital; <b>Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Kai Ning Cheong<\/span><\/b>, <span class=\"xn-location\">USA<\/span> National Academy of Medicine and HKU Global Health Leadership Fellow 2020; <b>Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Kevin Lau<\/span><\/b>, Founding Executive Chairman of Trinity Medical Group; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Jonathan Li<\/span><\/b>, Chief Distribution Officer of AXA Greater China, <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> &amp; <span class=\"xn-location\">Macau<\/span>; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Sam Lim<\/span><\/b>, Chief Information Technology Officer of Prudential Hong Kong; and Mr <b><span class=\"xn-person\">Kelvin Yu<\/span><\/b>, Chief Product Officer of FWD Hong Kong &amp; <span class=\"xn-location\">Macau<\/span>. They highlighted the evolving insurance models designed to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world and positioning <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> as a key player in the global health economy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>Another significant session, <b>Digital and Creative Economies: Innovating for Tomorrow<\/b>, explored the transformative power of digital platforms and the rise of virtual economies. Speakers discussed innovative strategies for monetizing creative content and emphasized the role of technology in reshaping the creative industries. The session underscored how <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> unique combination of talent, infrastructure and connectivity positions the city as a global driver of cultural and economic growth. Panellists included <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Ray Chan<\/span><\/b>, Founder and Chairman of 9GAG; <b>Ms <span class=\"xn-person\">Stephanie Chan<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>DETERMINANT Global Brand, Marketing &amp; Partnerships and PYE Brand, Marketing<span>; <b>Ms Anne Lim Chaplain<\/b>, Founding Publisher of Prestige and #legend; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Jaeson Ma<\/span><\/b>, Founder of East West Ventures; and <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Jason Mok<\/span><\/b>, Founding Partner of Capital Union Investments Limited.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>As the summit progresses, it will offer further opportunities for collaboration through comprehensive panel discussions and exclusive networking events. By fostering meaningful connections and addressing critical global challenges, the <i>Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024 <\/i>continues to build on <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> legacy as a gateway to <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span> and on its role as a catalyst for regional and international growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>More\u00a0photos:\u00a0<b><u><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3Ov0JI6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/3Ov0JI6<\/a><\/u>\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><u>About\u00a0Hong\u00a0Kong\u00a0Youth\u00a0Professional\u00a0Global\u00a0Advocacy<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>Launched in 2023, Hong Kong Youth Professional Global Advocacy is a community organization founded by young professionals in <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>. It aims to connect <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> youth with global counterparts, fostering a network that champions the city&#8217;s opportunities through meaningful exchanges and advocacy. Recognized as a global hub, <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> boasts significant influence in finance, trade, healthcare, and education, supported by a diverse pool of talented professionals. Strategically located at the core of the Belt and Road Initiative, the city acts as a gateway for collaboration with regions across <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span>, the <span class=\"xn-location\">Middle East<\/span>, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Africa<\/span>. The initiative engages over 120 professionals from key sectors such as finance, healthcare, law, and technology, promoting <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> narrative internationally. Through monthly salons and partnerships with global youth groups, it facilitates deeper understanding of <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> development while strengthening international ties and cross-cultural cooperation.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">  <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\n<p><b><span>Key<\/span>\u00a0Highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><span>The inaugural Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024 is under way at the Hong Kong Maritime Museum, bringing together a dynamic community of young professionals, government leaders and C-suite-level management. With over 200 local and international participants attending in person and more than 4,500 attendees taking part online from over 30 nationalities, this summit highlights <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> pivotal role in nurturing global talent, fostering cross-regional collaboration and driving the innovations that fuel economic growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>In the opening session, <i>Leaders Dialogue: Shaping the Future of Leadership<\/i>, top <\/span>leaders from <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> most influential sectors gathered to discuss the city&#8217;s pivotal role and strategic position on the global stage. This dialogue provided insights on how <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> unique strengths in policy, talent and innovation can shape the future of key industries and reinforce its standing as a hub for international collaboration and forward-thinking leadership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">HONG KONG<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Nov. 29, 2024<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; <b><span>The Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024<\/span><\/b>, organised by the <b>Hong Kong Youth Professional Global Advocacy<\/b>, officially opened <span>on <span class=\"xn-chron\">November 28<\/span><\/span>, bringing together a gathering of distinguished leaders, young professionals and innovators from across the globe. Under the theme\u00a0<i>&#8220;Empowering Professionals for a Global Initiative: A Voice from <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>&#8220;<\/i>, the summit underscores <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> enduring commitment to cultivating the next generation of global leaders and reinforcing its position as a dynamic international hub for innovation and collaboration.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2569666\/The_Hong_Kong_Youth_Professional_Global_Advocacy.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2569666\/The_Hong_Kong_Youth_Professional_Global_Advocacy.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><br \/><span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><b><span>The HON John LEE Ka-chiu, <\/span><\/b><span>GBM, SBS, PDSM, PMSM, The Chief Executive of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, extended his congratulations to the organisers of the Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024. In his message, Mr. Lee acknowledged the summit&#8217;s theme, &#8220;Empowering Professionals for a Global Initiative: A Voice from <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>,&#8221; and emphasized that the summit presents an invaluable opportunity for young professionals from the <span class=\"xn-location\">Guangdong<\/span>-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, <span class=\"xn-location\">Southeast Asia<\/span>, and the <span class=\"xn-location\">Middle East<\/span> to come together, exchange ideas, and drive forward new momentum for <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> and the world. Mr. Lee also expressed his gratitude to the Hong Kong Youth Professional Global Advocacy for its dedication to fostering connections between <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> young professionals and their international counterparts, enhancing collaboration and exchange on a global scale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><b><span>Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Kevin CH Lau<\/span><\/span><\/b>, Founding Convenor of the Hong Kong Youth Professional Global Advocacy, said, &#8220;Today, we come together with a shared vision \u2014 to empower professionals and amplify <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> voice on the global stage. The Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024 serves as a powerful catalyst, inspiring actions th<span>at transcend <\/span>borders and industries. Innovation is at the heart of progress, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> stands as a beacon\u2014an epicenter for pioneering ideas and transformative solutions. <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> is not just a gateway to <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span>, it is a hub of opportunities where creativity, ambition and collaboration converge to shape the future.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><b><span>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Cheuk Wing<\/span>-hing<\/span><\/b>, GBS, JP, Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, pointed out the world has changed immensely in geopolitics, economic development, technological transformation, trade protection and global stability. Young people are the leaders <span>of today<\/span>, not tomorrow. They have an awful lot to offer in shaping the future in their respective professional domain. Mr\u00a0Cheuk encouraged young professionals to rise to the challenges ahead and look beyond their immediate local surroundings and cultivate a broad, national and global perspective that cherishes the building of a global community of shared future. They should set their vision wider on national and global issues such as AI development, climate change and actively participate in the community&#8217;s search for improvements and solutions. Mr. Cheuk highlighted the enormous development opportunities brought by the Belt and Road Initiative and the development of the <span class=\"xn-location\">Guangdong<\/span>-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for young professionals. He urged them to make the most of the opportunities to realise their own goals and contribute to the building of a global community of shared future.<\/p>\n<p><b>Leadership\u00a0Insights\u00a0Shaping Hong\u00a0Kong&#8217;s\u00a0Role\u00a0in\u00a0Global Innovation<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>A key highlight of the summit was the <b>Leaders Dialogue: Shaping the Future of Leadership<\/b>. This brought together prominent figures from various sectors to explore <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> role in global economic development and innovation. This expert panel featured <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Bernard Chan<\/span><\/b>, Chairman of Our HK Foundation; <b>Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Allan Zeman<\/span><\/b>, Chairman of Lan Kwai Fong Group; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">David Liao<\/span><\/b>, Co-Chief Executive of HSBC Asia Pacific; <b>Mr <\/b><\/span><b><span class=\"xn-person\">Michael Yue<\/span>, <\/b>Managing Director and General Manager of Google Hong Kong; <b>Ms <span class=\"xn-person\">Ilaria Chan<\/span><\/b>, Chairperson <span>of <\/span>Tech for Good Institute and Group Advisor on Tech &amp; Social Impact <span>of <\/span>Grab, and <b>Rev <span class=\"xn-person\">Brett Hilliard<\/span><\/b>, Senior Pastor <span>of <\/span>Island Evangelical Community Church.<\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>Panelists shared their perspectives on leadership transformation in a rapidly evolving global landscape, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, inclusivity and vision in setting international standards. The discussion explored <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> strategic position as a centre of excellence and a beacon for innovation and collaboration, underscoring the city&#8217;s influence in driving global trends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>&#8220;<span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> will do fine regardless of what, because it has always been a connector. And this is what central government wants <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> to serve. So <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> as a place will do well. But whether our local youth can take advantage of that is entirely up to them,&#8221; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Bernard Chan<\/span> <\/b>told the young professionals in <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>. &#8220;If they&#8217;re willing to get to know what <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span> and the rest of the world are doing, we need to understand what the gaps and the needs are, and how we can provide that value.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>&#8220;You need to be so curious, so compassionate, and so savvy in meeting people from different racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, reading about the world. And then you form your own opinion of what people really are about instead of regurgitating soundbites and repeating what people are trying to sell to you. Then you develop something creative and value-added to the people you&#8217;re trying to connect with and the ecosystem you&#8217;re trying to build. That&#8217;s how you will not be disrupted by AI,&#8221; <b>Ms <span class=\"xn-person\">Ilaria Chan<\/span> <\/b>shared her insight about how to live with AI.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Exploring Opportunities in Industries Driving Innovation for Global Impact<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>Thematic discussions throughout the day focused on addressing pressing global challenges and on unlocking opportunities in critical industries. In the session titled <b>The Health Economy: Navigating Innovations for a Resilient Future<\/b>, thought leaders from top healthcare and insurance organizations examined the transformative potential of health technologies and integrated healthcare services. Panellists included <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">David Chang<\/span><\/b>, Founding Managing Partner of MindWorks Capital; <b>Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Kai Ning Cheong<\/span><\/b>, <span class=\"xn-location\">USA<\/span> National Academy of Medicine and HKU Global Health Leadership Fellow 2020; <b>Dr <span class=\"xn-person\">Kevin Lau<\/span><\/b>, Founding Executive Chairman of Trinity Medical Group; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Jonathan Li<\/span><\/b>, Chief Distribution Officer of AXA Greater China, <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> &amp; <span class=\"xn-location\">Macau<\/span>; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Sam Lim<\/span><\/b>, Chief Information Technology Officer of Prudential Hong Kong; and Mr <b><span class=\"xn-person\">Kelvin Yu<\/span><\/b>, Chief Product Officer of FWD Hong Kong &amp; <span class=\"xn-location\">Macau<\/span>. They highlighted the evolving insurance models designed to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world and positioning <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> as a key player in the global health economy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>Another significant session, <b>Digital and Creative Economies: Innovating for Tomorrow<\/b>, explored the transformative power of digital platforms and the rise of virtual economies. Speakers discussed innovative strategies for monetizing creative content and emphasized the role of technology in reshaping the creative industries. The session underscored how <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> unique combination of talent, infrastructure and connectivity positions the city as a global driver of cultural and economic growth. Panellists included <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Ray Chan<\/span><\/b>, Founder and Chairman of 9GAG; <b>Ms <span class=\"xn-person\">Stephanie Chan<\/span><\/b>, <\/span>DETERMINANT Global Brand, Marketing &amp; Partnerships and PYE Brand, Marketing<span>; <b>Ms Anne Lim Chaplain<\/b>, Founding Publisher of Prestige and #legend; <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Jaeson Ma<\/span><\/b>, Founder of East West Ventures; and <b>Mr <span class=\"xn-person\">Jason Mok<\/span><\/b>, Founding Partner of Capital Union Investments Limited.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>As the summit progresses, it will offer further opportunities for collaboration through comprehensive panel discussions and exclusive networking events. By fostering meaningful connections and addressing critical global challenges, the <i>Global Youth Powerhouse Summit 2024 <\/i>continues to build on <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> legacy as a gateway to <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span> and on its role as a catalyst for regional and international growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>More\u00a0photos:\u00a0<b><u><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3Ov0JI6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/3Ov0JI6<\/a><\/u>\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><u>About\u00a0Hong\u00a0Kong\u00a0Youth\u00a0Professional\u00a0Global\u00a0Advocacy<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"prntaj\"><span>Launched in 2023, Hong Kong Youth Professional Global Advocacy is a community organization founded by young professionals in <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>. It aims to connect <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> youth with global counterparts, fostering a network that champions the city&#8217;s opportunities through meaningful exchanges and advocacy. Recognized as a global hub, <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span> boasts significant influence in finance, trade, healthcare, and education, supported by a diverse pool of talented professionals. Strategically located at the core of the Belt and Road Initiative, the city acts as a gateway for collaboration with regions across <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span>, the <span class=\"xn-location\">Middle East<\/span>, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Africa<\/span>. The initiative engages over 120 professionals from key sectors such as finance, healthcare, law, and technology, promoting <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> narrative internationally. Through monthly salons and partnerships with global youth groups, it facilitates deeper understanding of <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong&#8217;s<\/span> development while strengthening international ties and cross-cultural cooperation.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">  <\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:html --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rop_custom_images_group":[],"rop_custom_messages_group":[],"rop_publish_now":"initial","rop_publish_now_accounts":[],"rop_publish_now_history":[],"rop_publish_now_status":"pending","footnotes":""},"categories":[5,7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13919","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cision-pr-newswire","category-cision-pr-newswire-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13919","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=13919"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13919\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=13919"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=13919"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=13919"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}