Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, engaged in a productive dialogue with a group of inspiring young business leaders and industry innovators, on 19 December 2024, in Kyoto, Japan. The discussions centered on the crucial role of public-private partnerships in driving sustainable growth, addressing global challenges, and fostering deeper collaboration and innovation between ASEAN and Japan. Dr. Kao emphasised the importance of leveraging the dynamism and creativity of young entrepreneurs to achieve the objectives outlined in the ASEAN-Japan Economic Co-Creation Vision.