Purpose & Theme
The conference centered on how international education, particularly U.S.–China educational exchange, can address today’s challenges and chart a constructive path forward. By bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and university scholars, FWE created a platform for case-based discussions, practical solutions, and visionary leadership.
Day One Highlights – September 24
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Opening Session – International Education as a Bridge to Peace
Featured leaders included Bin Yang (Vice Chancellor, Tsinghua University Council), Zhimin Chen (Vice President, Fudan University), and Fred Teng (President, America China Public Affairs Institute).
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How International Education Fosters Cooperation
Insights from Andreas Schleicher (OECD), Serguei Netessine (Wharton School), and Lan Xue (Tsinghua University) underscored the power of education to deepen global understanding.
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Business Leaders’ Perspectives
Industry leaders from WinShore Capital, MorningSide Capital, AllianceBernstein, MEAG, and US Tiger Securities explored how international education drives innovation, workforce readiness, and global competitiveness.
Keynote Address
Professor Jeffrey Sachs (Columbia University) delivered a powerful address on Education for Global Citizenship, emphasizing empathy, sustainability, and responsibility as foundations for peace.
Day Two Highlights – September 25
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Closed-Door Discussion
Moderated by Susan Sclafani (Former U.S. Assistant Secretary for Education) and Tony Gao (President of the FWE’s World Young Leaders Association), the session encouraged candid dialogue on practical solutions to overcome today’s global education challenges. -
Special Address
Matt Dalio (Founder & Chair, Endless) highlighted how global learning experiences foster empathy, cross-cultural connection, and shared responsibility.
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Interactive Discussion
Participants—including Bin Yang (Tsinghua University), Fred Teng (ACPAC), and representatives from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office—examined pathways to strengthen trust and expand educational diplomacy under challenging geopolitical conditions.
Building Bridges Through Education
Throughout the two days, diverse voices—from boardrooms to classrooms, and from policymakers to scholars—joined in reaffirming that education can be the common language of humanity.
The Forum for World Education will continue to champion this mission: transforming education to meet the needs of future societies, cultivating global leaders, and advancing peace through dialogue and cooperation.