17/10/2026
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The Junior Entrepreneurs Marketing Society joined more than 8,000 young leaders, aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators at the ASEAN Youth Entrepreneurship Summit 2026, held on October 12, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The inaugural summit provided a platform for knowledge exchange, regional networking, and the exchange of ideas to empower young people to contribute to entrepreneurship across Southeast Asia.
The event featured distinguished speakers and industry leaders from Singapore, Vietnam, and the Philippines, including the founders of Loomworks, Green Beli Farms, and But First, Coffee; representatives from Kyukyu Inc. of the Binondo Food Group and Eight8Ate. Their insights highlighted the opportunities and challenges in entrepreneurship, business development, and innovation across various industries.
Organized by SM Cares and the Global Peace Foundation Philippines, in partnership with the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) Philippines, AYES 2026 also marked a significant milestone with the adoption of the ASEAN Youth Entrepreneurship Action Agenda. Developed in collaboration with various organizations, including DTI-BSMED and Go Negosyo, the agenda aims to strengthen support for young entrepreneurs and encourage youth participation in developing the economic future.
Through initiatives such as , young aspiring entrepreneurs are encouraged to broaden their perspectives, cultivate innovative ideas, and recognize their potential to contribute to the future of entrepreneurship in the ASEAN region.
Caption | Samantha Denise Barrientos
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