As geopolitical dynamics, technological advancements, sustainable development, and demographic shifts reshape traditional engines of growth, the world is undergoing a fundamental economic transformation. At the same time, complex global challenges—ranging from development to climate change—demand urgent collaboration. Addressing these shifts requires entrepreneurial spirit and innovative thinking, striking a delicate balance between short-term pressures, long-term risks, and rapidly evolving opportunities for innovation. This trend is particularly pronounced in Asia, where the region is expected to account for around 60% of global GDP growth by 2025.

The World Economic Forum will host the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Tianjin, China, from June 24 to 26, 2025, aiming to spark insights and drive solutions in an ever-evolving global landscape. This year’s gathering will bring together 1,500 global leaders from business, government, civil society, and international organizations, alongside entrepreneurs, innovators, and academics—focusing on groundbreaking, business-driven solutions to tackle today’s pressing global challenges. In a period marked by profound transformation and uncertainty, innovation fueled by entrepreneurial spirit and the emergence of new growth models will lay the vital foundation for economies to thrive, fostering dynamism, creativity, and resilience as they chart their paths forward.

To achieve this goal, this year's conference agenda will focus on five key themes:

1. Decoding the Global Economy

Global economic growth is projected at 3.3% for both 2025 and 2026. Meanwhile, the global economy is shifting from a traditional export-driven model to one increasingly powered by services. How will innovation and entrepreneurship unlock new engines of growth—and to what extent will they emerge as the next major drivers of the global economy?

2. China's Outlook

China is actively adjusting its economic development model, focusing on new-quality productivity and leveraging technological innovation to drive industrial transformation and upgrading. What does this technology-driven approach mean for China’s economy? And which emerging industries will lead this transformative shift?

3. Industries in Turmoil

The industrial landscape is rapidly transforming, driven by factors such as technology, geopolitics, and environmental concerns, pushing industries to continuously adapt and evolve. Global private sector investment in technology is projected to reach $5.6 trillion by 2025, underscoring the urgent need for these transformative shifts. How can industries stay agile in response to an ever-changing world—and build resilience as they navigate this dynamic environment?

4. Investing in People and the Planet

Currently, the world is on track to achieve less than one-fifth of the global targets—despite recent progress in scaling up financing for climate action. In this new geopolitical and economic landscape, how can we effectively leverage cross-sector, multi-stakeholder partnerships to drive tangible actions that benefit both people and the planet?

5. New Energy and Materials

As the momentum behind renewable energy generation capacity and efficiency continues to accelerate, the rising electricity demand driven by technological advancements is already putting pressure on existing power systems. To support this new wave of growth and maintain competitiveness, what strategies should we adopt to ensure a more secure, stable, and sustainable supply of energy and critical materials?

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