The third Tsinghua Global Youth Dialogue Main Forum concluded on July 9 at Tsinghua University, gathering 70 young delegates from over 30 countries and regions under the theme “Illuminating the Unreached.” Welcome remarks were delivered by Li Luming, President of Tsinghua University and Dong Xia, Deputy Secretary-General of the All-China Youth Federation. Felipe Paullier, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs and Siddharth Chatterjee, UN Resident Coordinator in China addressed the forum virtually.

Distinguished guests attending the main forum included Chen Dali, Deputy Director of the Department of International Cooperation and Exchanges, Ministry of Education; Zhang Xueren, Deputy Director of the Center for China and Foreign Cultural Exchanges, Ministry of Education; Bai Benfeng, Vice President of Tsinghua University; Zhou Ji, Executive Director of the International Department, All-China Youth Federation and Li Tingting, Director of the Development Planning Division of China Center for International People-to-People Exchange, Ministry of Education. The main forum was hosted by Liao Ying, Director of the Center for Global Competence Development of Tsinghua University.

The third Tsinghua Global Youth Dialogue Main Forum

Tsinghua University President Li Luming emphasized that in the face of accelerating global transformations unseen in a century, the role of youth in shaping the future of our world is more critical than ever. He noted that Tsinghua University has always embraced an open and inclusive attitude in deeply implementing its global strategy, striving to cultivate innovative talents with global competence. He hopes that youth from diverse civilizations actively embrace the era of intelligence, engage in mutual learning and exchange, embrace inclusivity and mutual appreciation, and jointly compose a vibrant chapter of shared beauty, understanding, and harmony.

Dong Xia highlighted that in an era calling for dialogue over confrontation and connection over division, it is of particular significance for young people from all nations to join hands in advancing civilizational innovation, development, and mutual learning. She hopes that youth delegates from around the world will become pioneers in the digital age and artificial intelligence, advocates for green and sustainable development, and active participants in cultural exchange and integration.

Felipe Paullier, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, encouraged youth to listen deeply, speak boldly, and collaborate generously, urging them to build bonds beyond borders toward a more peaceful, just, and sustainable world.

Siddharth Chatterjee, UN Resident Coordinator in China, expressed his gratitude for attending the event again. He noted that young people are innovators, builders, and catalysts of change, and encouraged them to contribute to a better world through dialogue and cooperation.

At the main forum, delegates Aruzhan Mominbayeva, Amancio III Maliwat Melad, Ameer Ibrahim, Nhial Gatriek Deng, and Niu Lishan shared reflections on their immersive fieldwork in Shenzhen, Guizhou, and Beijing, offering grounded insights into development, innovation, and intercultural understanding.

On July 9, parallel forums were held under the themes of “Civilizational Innovation,” “Civilizational Development,” and “Mutual Learning among Civilizations.” Keynote speakers included He Xiaodong, Senior Vice President of JD.com and Executive Director of JD Explore Academy; Fabrizio Hochschild, Former UN Under-Secretary-General; Bai Chong’en, Dean of the School of Economics and Management, Tsinghua University; Francesco La Camera, Director-General, International Renewable Energy Agency; Liu Jian, Secretary-General, Asian Universities Alliance, Professor, School of Architecture, Tsinghua University; and Rick, Dunham, Professor, School of Journalism and Communication, Tsinghua University.

The Third Tsinghua Global Youth Dialogue commenced on June 29 in Shenzhen. After engaging in practical activities in Shenzhen and Guizhou, the youth delegates gathered in Beijing for a series of exchanges at Tsinghua University.

Editors：Li Han, JP