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The Young Political Economy Forum Hong Kong 2026 offers 10 fully funded seats. A fully funded place covers your accommodation, two meals a day plus a reception dinner, local transport, full forum access, a certificate, and airfare support of USD 300 to USD 1,000.
The forum runs from 17 to 20 December 2026 at the Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK). It is organised by CIPES with HSUHK and is open to people aged 16 to 40 from every country: students, young professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs and academics. There are also 20 partially funded seats and paid places.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Host country | Hong Kong (Sha Tin, New Territories) |
| Organiser | CIPES, with the Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) |
| Dates | 17 to 20 December 2026 (main forum days 18 and 19 December) |
| Fully funded seats | 10, awarded on merit and leadership |
| Partially funded seats | 20, at 50% off the self-funded fee |
| Who can apply | Ages 16 to 40, all countries |
| Application fee | The fully funded route lists US$16.99 on the official page |
| Deadline | 5 November 2026 |
What is the Young Political Economy Forum?
YPEF Hong Kong is a four-day international forum on how the global economy is changing and what young people can do about it. It is built around Politics, Philosophy and Economics, often called PPE.
The programme has six modules:
- The Future of the Global Economy
- Cities of the Future
- The Future of Work
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- The Digital Economy
- Sustainable Growth and Future Prosperity
Day one is a welcome dinner. The main forum days are 18 and 19 December, with workshops, field visits and mentorship. Day four is the closing.
What the fully funded seat covers
- Accommodation during the forum
- A reception dinner and two meals a day
- Full access to all six modules and activities
- Local transport in Hong Kong
- A certificate of participation
- Airfare support of USD 300 to USD 1,000, based on where you live and your actual ticket cost
If your economy ticket costs less than USD 300, the full fare is covered. Outstanding participants may also be invited to keep working with CIPES after the forum.
All participation options
| Option | Cost | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Fully funded (10 seats) | Merit-based, US$16.99 listed | Accommodation, meals, local transport, forum access, certificate, airfare support |
| Partially funded (20 seats) | 50% off the self-funded fee | Reduced fee for the full package |
| Self-funded | US$599 early-bird (regular US$899) | Three nights’ accommodation, meals, gala, visa invitation support, all modules, field visits, mentorship, certificate |
| Forum access (day delegate) | US$200 | Programme, field visits, mentorship, meals during sessions, visa support, certificate. No accommodation |
Self-funded delegates can also pay in instalments, starting with a US$199 deposit. Participation fees are non-refundable.
Who can apply
- Aged 16 to 40
- From any country
- University students, young professionals, researchers, academics, entrepreneurs and young leaders
- An interest in economics, politics, philosophy, leadership or a related field
Is there an age limit?
Yes. You must be between 16 and 40.
Do I need IELTS or TOEFL?
No language test is listed. The forum runs in English, so you should be comfortable listening, speaking and discussing in English.
Can I apply with average grades?
Yes. The funded seats are awarded on academic merit and leadership, so leadership counts alongside grades. Student clubs, community projects, a small business or research work all show leadership.
Is there an application fee?
The official page lists US$16.99 next to the fully funded route. All participation fees are non-refundable.
Do I need a visa for Hong Kong?
That depends on your passport. CIPES gives participants a personal visa invitation letter where needed. Start your visa application as early as you can once you are accepted.
Required documents
- The online registration form on the CIPES website
- The supporting information requested for the fully funded seat, about your studies, work and leadership
- A valid passport for travel and the visa letter
How to write your application
Pick one of the six modules that connects to your own life or study. If you study economics in Lagos, the future of work in African cities is a strong angle. If you run a small online shop, the digital economy fits. Then say what you want to learn and what you will do with it back home.
Give one concrete leadership example: what you led, how many people it reached, what changed. Numbers make it real. Keep the tone plain and honest.
How to apply, step by step
- Open the official YPEF Hong Kong 2026 page (the button below).
- Read the participation options.
- Register and say you are applying for a fully funded seat.
- Add the supporting information the form asks for.
- Pay the listed fee for the funded route and submit.
- If shortlisted, take part in a short interview.
Selection process
Fully funded and partially funded seats are awarded on academic merit and leadership. Strong candidates may be invited to a short interview. Questions go to Programs@thecipe.org or the contact form on the CIPES website.
Deadline
5 November 2026.
Registration closes on that date. The forum takes place from 17 to 20 December 2026 in Hong Kong.
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