INTRODUCTION ๐
The Yenching Global Symposium (YGS) is one of the worldโs most competitive and influential conferences on China, held in China, at the prestigious Yenching Academy of Peking University in Beijing ๐จ๐ณ. Founded in 2016, YGS brings together emerging global leaders, scholars, professionals, policymakers, innovators, and changemakers for deep interdisciplinary dialogue on Chinaโs role in the world.
With 10,000+ applications from 120+ countries, the symposium offers academic panels, cultural workshops, social activities, and inspiring discussions that make YGS one of the most enriching experiences in China and beyond.
ABOUT YGS 2026 ๐๐โจ
Hosted at Yenching Academy, the symposium creates a platform for intellectual exchange among rising leaders and established practitioners.
YGS features keynote lectures, panel discussions, SDG-themed conversations, China-focused dialogues, and interactive sessions led by renowned Chinese and international experts.
Themes from previous years include Equilibrium, ไบmanity, Shared Renewal, and Wวmen, reflecting Chinaโs evolving role in the global landscape.
OUR MISSION ๐ฏ
YGS empowers young leaders to engage with China through meaningful interdisciplinary conversations, fostering global understanding and collaboration.
OUR IMPACT ๐๐
โข 700+ delegates welcomed over 9 years
โข 200+ distinguished speakers
โข Participants from 120+ countries
โข Topics spanning climate, AI, diplomacy, economics, culture, and sustainability
TESTIMONIALS ๐ฌ๐
Participants praise YGS for its impact, global networking, and unique academicโcultural experience that broadens perspectives on China.
EVENT LOCATION ๐จ๐ณ๐
Yenching Academy, Peking University, Beijing
ACTIVITY DATES ๐
April 2026 (exact dates announced by YGS)
APPLICATION DEADLINE ๐
5 January 2026
BENEFITS ๐๐ฅ
โข Fully Funded participation
โข Cultural workshops & social activities
โข Prestigious lectures & panel dialogues
โข Networking with global delegates and experts
โข Access to China-focused academic sessions
โข Immersive, multicultural environment in Beijing
APPLICATION LINK ๐
https://www.yenchingglobalsymposium.com
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