Enhancing China-India youth ties, Pg9

Key Highlights:

• China emphasizes the role of its youth in achieving national goals, with a focus on education and diverse career paths.
• In 2024, China's university enrolment rate reached 60.8%, with approximately 40% of students in STEM programs.
• Bilateral trade between China and India grew by 11.95% in the first nine months of 2025, reaching $104 billion.
• India's exports to China increased by 90% year-on-year in November 2025, making China the third-largest export destination.
• Cultural exchanges are increasing, including the resumption of pilgrimage routes and performances by Chinese artists in India.

Detailed Insights:

• China's youth are actively participating in high-tech sectors, the digital economy, and strategic projects, reflecting diverse career opportunities.
• Online college education and vocational training have expanded during the 14th Five-Year period, enhancing skills among young workers in China.
• People-to-people exchanges between Chinese and Indian youth are being revitalized through cultural events and resumed travel routes.
• The Chinese Consulate General in Mumbai held photo exhibitions in November 2025 showcasing Indian youth interactions in China, promoting mutual understanding.
• Resumption of direct flights between China and India in 2026 and tourist visa issuance aim to facilitate increased interaction and collaboration.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Gen Z/Gen Alpha: Demographic cohorts succeeding Millennials, born from the late 1990s to the early 2010s (Gen Z) and from 2010 onwards (Gen Alpha).
• Digital Economy: Economic activities based on digital technologies, including online platforms, e-commerce, and IT-based services.
• STEM: An acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, referring to academic disciplines and career paths.