Youth Development Summit - Hong Kong held earlier today

The third Youth Development Summit - Hong Kong was held at the Convention and Exhibition Centre with the participation of an estimated 3,300 youngsters.

Speaking at the event via video conference, Chief Executive John Lee said the city will seek more opportunities for the city's youths in accordance with guidelines under Hong Kong's first Five-Year Plan.

Hosted under the theme of "Pioneering New Horizons, Venturing into the Future", the summit gathered officials and young global leaders from more than 35 countries, including the US and Rwanda.

Speaking to participants via video conference, Chief Executive John Lee said the Youth Development Blueprint has implemented close to 300 policies so far, adding more opportunities will be presented to the youth in accordance with the first Five-Year Plan.

Today's summit is a springboard for cultural exchange and lasting connections.

It brings together diverse perspectives and inspires young people to act on their ideas.

To the young people here today, this is your moment -- be curious, be courageous, keep striving for excellence.

Make the most of this summit to connect with your peers from across the world, exchange ideas and turn your vision for the future into real opportunities.

This as Chief Secretary for Administration Eric Chan echoed the CE's sentiment, stressing the administration will do its utmost to assist young people to find opportunities for development.

We are also expanding youth internship and training activities.

They target such key sectors and areas as finance, aerospace technology, high-end scientific research, AI and startups.

We will continue to deepen patriotic education for young people, while helping them to broaden their international horizons.

The goal is to ensure that our youth are raised with affection for the country and Hong Kong.

The summit consists of three forums surrounding topics such as technological development, culture, sports, music and the arts.

Young participants also have the chance to take part in guided tours to the Lok Ma Chau Loop and Cyberport.