The 2024 Asia 21 Next Generation Fellows Summit, held in Singapore from December 6 - 8, 2024, welcomed 36 young professionals from 26 countries and regions into Asia Society's network of changemakers, which it has been nurturing for nearly two decades.

Under the theme “Leading with Impact, Driving Change Together,” the Class of 2024 Fellows, along with over 50 alumni, delved into a wide range of topics. These included navigating gender dynamics in the workplace, developing skills for sustainable growth, addressing U.S.-China competition and emerging geopolitical risks, harnessing artificial intelligence for social good, exploring AI’s role in democratizing healthcare, and leveraging transformative partnerships to catalyze change.

The summit brought together an exceptional group of thought leaders, including Goh Swee Chen, Board Chair of the NTU Board of Trustees and Chairman of the National Arts Council; Stanley Loh, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Sustainability and the Environment, Singapore; Ambassador Ashok Kumar Mirpuri, Head of International Policy and Governance at Temasek International Pte Ltd; Parag Khanna, Founder and CEO of AlphaGeo; Dr. Omar Ishrak, Former Chairman and CEO of Medtronic and Global Trustee of Asia Society; and Enoch Li, Organizational Behavior expert at INSEAD.

Beyond the formal sessions, the fellows and alumni bonded and experienced Singapore’s rich culture. Activities included a river cruise at Clarke Quay, savoring local delicacies in a historic building at Lau Pa Sat, and exploring the National Gallery of Singapore through a guided tour of the exhibition Between Declarations and Dreams: Art of Southeast Asia Since the 19th Century.

From the organizer’s standpoint, it was truly inspiring to witness the camaraderie among some of the Asia-Pacific region's brightest minds and their commitment to tackling shared challenges. The Asia 21 Next Generation Fellowship continues to play a vital role in fostering a more connected and integrated Asia-Pacific, equipping its leaders with the networks and insights necessary to drive the region forward for the benefit of all.

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