The ASEAN-China-India Youth Leadership Summit (ACIYLS), now in its third year, is back to empower youth across Asia to tackle some of the world’s most pressing sustainability challenges, focusing this year on United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities and SDG 13 – Climate Action.
The Thailand Country Round is organised in collaboration with ThinkX Global, the Summit’s official country partner.
On the 7 of September, ThinkX Global, together with Growth Ensemble, hosted the Thailand National Finals as part of its regional qualifying rounds, in close partnership with leading universities Sripatum University (SPU) and Dhurakij Pundit University (DPU), after a series of workshops by ThinkX Global.
“Thailand has consistently produced passionate and innovative teams for the Summit,” said Gina Pang, Co-Organiser. “With the support of SPU and DPU, we’re excited to see what this year’s youth leaders will achieve.”
From the Finals, Team Tiew A Bit and Team Siam Samyan, both from Chulalongkorn University, emerged as the winner for the Thailand country round and will advance to the Grand Finals in Singapore from 26–31 October 2025.
This year’s Summit is proudly supported by Double A, the Gold Sponsor for the Thailand Country Round. Double A’s involvement reflects shared values: championing young minds to lead with impact and think long-term for people and the planet.
The Thailand rounds promise a dynamic showcase of ideas and innovation. Finalist teams will represent Thailand at the six-day Grand Finals in Singapore, where delegates from 12 countries will take part in a packed programme designed to challenge and inspire them, culminating in a high-energy 48-hour startathon to develop solutions to real-world sustainability challenges linked to SDG 11 and SDG 13.
To register and follow the Thailand rounds, visit www.theyouthleadership.org.
About the ASEAN-China-India Youth Leadership Summit (ACIYLS)The ASEAN-China-India Youth Leadership Summit (ACIYLS) is a regional platform that empowers youth to create solutions for real-world sustainability challenges. Launched in 2023, the Summit brings together bright young leaders from 12 countries across ASEAN, China, and India to collaborate, innovate and take action on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Each year, national qualifying rounds are held across the region to identify top teams, who then advance to the six-day Grand Finals in Singapore. Delegates take part in a packed programme designed to challenge and inspire them.The Summit’s mission is to equip youth with the mindset, skills and networks to lead change in their communities and industries, while fostering cross-border collaboration and cultural exchange.
For more information, visit www.theyouthleadership.org.
About the ThinkX GlobalThinkX Global is Southeast Asia’s strategic venture architect, shaping the future of entrepreneurship, ecosystems, and NextGens. We design, build, and scale profitable ventures and innovation arms, partnering with governments, corporates, and institutions to unlock regional growth. With over 1,000 startups supported, US$25 million raised, and 20+ innovation and ventures arms launched, we bridge the gap between validation and execution—transforming bold ideas into sustainable, revenue-driven businesses. From shaping policies through pilot programmes to guiding NextGens in turning inheritance into innovation, ThinkX delivers outcomes that last. From Ideas to Impact. From Vision to Venture. From Strategy to Scale. We do not just talk about innovation. We build it, together.
For more information, visit www.thinkxglobal.com.
