The Cyberspace Congress

(CyberCon 2025)

November 2025, Online


The Belt and Road Youth Exchange and Cooperation Forum

November 18, 2025, 09:00-12:00 (UTC+8)

Introduction


The Belt and Road Youth Exchange and Cooperation Forum serves as a dynamic platform for young researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators from Belt and Road countries to share their visions, research findings, and collaborative projects in the fields of cyberspace intelligence and digital health. This forum emphasizes cross-cultural understanding, international cooperation, and the role of youth in driving technological innovation and social progress. Participants will explore opportunities for joint research, startup collaborations, and knowledge exchange that can contribute to the digital transformation of Belt and Road countries.
Dr. Amina Al-Rashid
King Saud University
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Title: Digital Innovation in the Middle East: Youth-Led Technology Solutions
Dr. Rajesh Kumar
Indian Institute of Technology
Postdoctoral Researcher
Title: AI Applications in Healthcare: Cross-Border Collaboration Opportunities
Dr. Sofia Petrov
Moscow State University
Research Fellow
Title: Cybersecurity Challenges in Belt and Road Digital Infrastructure
Dr. Chen Yiming
Peking University
PhD Candidate in AI
Title: Startup Ecosystems in Belt and Road Countries: Opportunities and Challenges
Dr. Fatima Zahra
University of Casablanca
Assistant Professor of Data Science
Title: Digital Literacy and Skills Development for Youth in Africa
Dr. Nguyen Minh
Vietnam National University
Research Associate
Title: Smart City Development: Lessons from Southeast Asian Countries



...(more speakers will be added.)

References


  • Al-Rashid, A., et al. (2024). "Digital Innovation in the Middle East: Youth-Led Technology Solutions and Regional Development." Technology in Society, 78, 102-115.
  • Kumar, R., & Patel, S. (2024). "AI Applications in Healthcare: Cross-Border Collaboration in Belt and Road Countries." Journal of Medical Internet Research, 26(8), e45678.
  • Petrov, S., et al. (2024). "Cybersecurity Challenges in Belt and Road Digital Infrastructure: A Comprehensive Analysis." Computers & Security, 142, 103-118.
  • Chen, Y., et al. (2024). "Startup Ecosystems in Belt and Road Countries: Opportunities, Challenges, and Policy Recommendations." Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice, 48(4), 789-805.