Asia Pacific Cooperative Youth Summit

APCYS 5.0

1–4 September 2026 | Zhejiang Institute of Economics and Trade, Hangzhou, China

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About APCYS 5.0

APCYS 5.0 brings together young cooperators, innovators, and changemakers from across Asia-Pacific to shape the future of ethical AI and digital economies. Centered on the theme Future-Ready Cooperatives: Youth Shaping Ethical AI and Digital Economies, the summit will inspire collaboration, innovation, and action through dialogue, learning, and youth-led solutions. Join us to co-create inclusive digital futures grounded in cooperative values.

Where

Zhejiang Institute of Economics and Trade, Hangzhou, China

When

Tuesday to Friday
September 1 to 4, 2026
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What to Expect at

APCYS 5.0

Connect. Learn. Cooperate.

A dynamic three-day summit experience designed to inspire, connect, and empower young cooperators across Asia and the Pacific.

  • Expert plenaries & keynote sessions
  • Hands-on workshops and AI toolkits
  • Policy hack dialogues on ethical AI
  • Youth storytelling and open mic sessions
  • Networking with regional leaders and innovators
  • Field visits to cooperative enterprises

Showcase Your Vision. Spark Cooperative Innovation.

Coop Pitch Competition: A platform for young innovators to present innovative cooperative solutions for the digital future.

  • Pitch your cooperative startup idea
  • Receive expert mentorship
  • Showcase AI and digital innovations
  • Gain regional visibility and recognition
  • Compete for awards and partnerships
  • Turn ideas into impact

Connect. Learn. Cooperate.

A dynamic three-day summit experience designed to inspire, connect, and empower young cooperators across Asia and the Pacific.
  • Expert plenaries & keynote sessions
  • Hands-on workshops and AI toolkits
  • Policy hack dialogues on ethical AI
  • Youth storytelling and open mic sessions
  • Networking with regional leaders and innovators
  • Field visits to cooperative enterprises

Showcase Your Vision. Spark Cooperative Innovation.

Coop Pitch Competition: A platform for young innovators to present innovative cooperative solutions for the digital future.
  • Pitch your cooperative startup idea
  • Receive expert mentorship
  • Showcase AI and digital innovations
  • Gain regional visibility and recognition
  • Compete for awards and partnerships
  • Turn ideas into impact

The APCYS 5.0 Experience

A Decade of Youth-led Cooperation

APCYS 1.0, Bali, Indonesia

APCYS 2.0, Cebu, Philippines

APCYS 4.0, Sabah, Malaysia

As APCYS marks a decade of empowering young cooperators in 2026, we gather in Hangzhou, China, to begin a new chapter of innovation and collaboration. From entrepreneurship, sustainability, skills, and cooperative identity, APCYS 5.0 now turns toward shaping ethical AI and inclusive digital economies, while keeping cooperative values and people-centered development at its core.

What you’ll discover at conference

Highlights of the summits
Expert Plenaries & Keynote Sessions
Hands-on Workshops & Mentoring
Policy Hack Dialogues & Thematic Sessions
Coop Pitch Competition
Networking with Regional Leaders and Innovators
Field Visits & Community Immersion

Join us in Hangzhou:
A City with History and a Future

Set in one of China’s most dynamic cities, APCYS 5.0 takes place in Hangzhou, a destination where rich cultural heritage meets world-leading digital innovation. From the timeless beauty of West Lake to its status as a global hub for AI, e-commerce, and technology, Hangzhou offers the perfect setting to explore the future of cooperative innovation.


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APCYS 5.0 will be held at the Zhejiang Institute of Economics and Trade in Hangzhou, China, from 1 to 4 September 2026.

There is no registration fee to attend APCYS 5.0. However, participants are required to arrange their own international air travel to and from Hangzhou, China. Accommodation, airport transfers, and meals during the Summit will be arranged by the organizers.

Participants will be provided with twin-sharing accommodation at the Zhejiang Institute of Economics and Trade in Hangzhou.

Young people aged 18-35 years from across the Asia-Pacific region are eligible to participate in APCYS 5.0 upon successful registration. The participation is subject to approval by the organisers.

Interested participants are encouraged to complete the online registration form before the deadline on 8 June 2026. Those interested in joining the Coop Pitch Competition can indicate their interest during registration.

The Coop Pitch Competition is one of the main highlights of APCYS 5.0, providing young people with a platform to present innovative and sustainable cooperative business ideas. Participants work in teams to develop solutions that address the needs and aspirations of youth in their communities and pitch them before a panel of judges. Visit the Coop Pitch page for detailed information.

Read the terms and conditions carefully. Also, feel free to email us at contact@apyouthsummit.coop if you have any further questions or concerns!


This activity is co-funded by the European Union under the ICA-EU Partnership. The views and content presented in this activity are the sole responsibility of the International Cooperative Alliance – Asia and Pacific (ICA-AP) and can in no way be taken to reflect the views of the European Union
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