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Undergraduates of different nationalities and cultures are to meet at the International Youth Summit 2001 in Hong Kong this summer.

Focusing on the issue of 'sustainable development', the summit is the first of its kind in Hong Kong organised by students at the University of Hong Kong (HKU).

Over 160 university students from 31 countries and regions around the world will participate in the five-day programmes. They will identify and share their views on problems faced by the world today.

'Every continent will have its delegates,' Professor J. A. Spinks, pro-vice chancellor of HKU, said at a press briefing.

Professor Spinks hopes the discussions among students from different cultural backgrounds will be useful not only to Hong Kong, but to the whole world.

'Besides providing lessons to young people, the campus environment should lead them to pursue ideals and dreams,' Professor Spinks said.

'In addition to expert knowledge, young people have to develop other skills, like organisation ability, negotiation skills and communication skills.'

Miro Ng Fei-yeung, 21, director of the organising committee, said apart from sustainable development, the participants will also discuss topics such as Third World issues, the global economy and energy resources.

'What the United Nations can do, we undergraduates can do as well,' said the science student.

'I hope more summits of this kind will be organised so we can strive for a better quality of life in the future.'

Dr Philemon Choi Yuen-wan, chairman of the Commission on Youth, described the summit as one of the most exciting events since he took office in April.

He urged young people to initiate changes.

'Study, but do not forget to save the world,' said Dr Choi. 'I hope young people from all over the world can work together to create a better future for mankind.'

The opening ceremony of the summit will be held at HKU on Monday. Chief Secretary for Administration Donald Tsang Yam-kuen will be the guest-of-honour and Dr David Ho Dai-i,  Time Magazine 's 1996 'Man of the Year', will give a speech.

For more information, visit the Web site at www.hku. hk/ys2001



Delegates from different countries to voice opinions and discuss global issues at summit