The Global South Young Leaders Roundtable opens in Yinchuan, Ningxia, on April 14. [Photo provided to seeningxia.com] 

The Global South Young Leaders Roundtable opened in Yinchuan, Ningxia, on April 14, uniting over 60 young representatives from China and five Central Asian countries. This event fosters dialogue and cooperation among youth leaders, focusing on the themes of "Digital Technology and Youth Development" and "Digital Technology and High-Quality Development". 

Participants discussed pivotal issues, such as using digital technology to enhance vocational education and training quality and efficiency. This approach aims to better equip youth to meet the digital economy's demands. They explored how technology can further integrate with rural industries, lifestyles, and governance to drive agricultural and rural modernization. 

During their visit to China, the participants observed the achievements of Chinese-style modernization. They expressed a strong interest in strengthening research, development, and collaboration in digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, blockchain, and big data. 

Participants visit the digital products developed in Ningxia. [Photo provided to seeningxia.com]

This roundtable is a part of the 2025 "Bridge to the Future" China-Central Asia Youth Leaders Training and Exchange Camp. In Ningxia, youth representatives toured digital economy, smart agriculture, poverty alleviation, and cultural tourism projects while participating in thematic exchange seminars. 

In recent years, Ningxia has integrated into and supported the Belt and Road Initiative. It has hosted several events, including the China-Arab Youth Innovation and Development Forum, the China-Arab Youth Exchange Camp, and the China-Central Asia Youth Friendship Camp.

These initiatives establish enduring mechanisms for cultural exchange, industrial cooperation, and economic trade, empowering mutual understanding and beneficial development among youth.

Participants have a discussion. [Photo provided to seeningxia.com]