JA Asia Pacific and the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) have formalized a new partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant step toward advancing education and youth empowerment across the region. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and mindsets needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. By bringing together regional policy leadersh

In June 2026, global leaders gathered in Dalian, China, for the 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions (AMNC), widely known as the "Summer Davos." Organized by the World Economic Forum under the theme "Innovating at Scale," the meeting brought together more than 1,500 leaders from business, government, academia, and the innovation ecosystem to explore how technological breakthroughs can be translated into economic progress, enterprise, and employment. Since its launch in 20

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries, jobs, and the skills young people need to succeed. Yet, the recent Microsoft AI Economy Institute report shows a widening divide: adoption in the Global North grew over twice as fast as in the Global South. As a result, 27.5 percent of the working age population in the Global North is now using these tools, compared to only 15.4 percent in the Global South. To help bridge the gap between rapidly evolving technologies and edu