The 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting kicks off in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea, this week with a focus on sustainability and innovation. Amid high-level talks, young voices like American student Kyle Sykes are stealing the spotlight with a fresh vision: transforming U.S.-China rivalry into collaborative power. 💡
Sykes, who studied in China, told CGTN’s Act To Action campaign: "Both nations are like puzzle pieces for global stability – we need them to fit together." His call for "co-creation over competition" mirrors the APEC 2023 theme, urging tech partnerships and climate action teamwork.
The message comes as President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump met in Busan ahead of the summit, sparking hopes for renewed dialogue. Sykes added: "Imagine combining Silicon Valley’s startups with Shenzhen’s tech hubs – that’s how we solve tomorrow’s challenges." 🚀
With APEC members representing 60% of global GDP, Gen Z’s push for win-win solutions could redefine economic diplomacy. As Sykes puts it: "It’s not about who wins – it’s about leveling up the whole game." 🎮✨
