BRICS Youth Gather in China for Science Camp
Twenty-five young representatives from BRICS nations are taking part in a six-day innovation exchange in Fuzhou and Xiamen, China.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Youth
The 2026 BRICS Youth Leaders Campus on Science, Technology and Innovation brings 25 young representatives from BRICS countries together in Fuzhou and Xiamen from November 8 to 13. The camp is organized by the All-China Youth Federation and hosted by the China International Youth Exchange Center.
Why it matters
The camp aims to turn BRICS youth exchanges into practical cooperation and create more opportunities for young innovators. Science and technology innovation is one of the ten priority areas of BRICS youth cooperation.
The camp brings 25 participants together for six days of visits to Chinese technology companies, major enterprises and cultural landmarks. Organizers have not yet specified which projects or talent will advance into next year's BRICS youth activities.
The players
All-China Youth Federation
The All-China Youth Federation is a national organization that leads the BRICS Youth Council's Working Group on Science and Technology Innovation and organizes the camp.
China International Youth Exchange Center
The China International Youth Exchange Center is an organization that hosts youth exchange programs and hosts the camp.
The details
Participants visit Chinese technology companies, major enterprises and cultural landmarks to learn about China's development and practical applications. Organizers plan to maintain contact with participants through the BRICS Youth Council after the event.
Timeline
November 8-13, 2026: BRICS youth science and technology camp held in Fuzhou and Xiamen
2027: China assumes the BRICS chairship
Youth Outlook
The camp is one of the BRICS Youth Council's activities under its Working Group on Science and Technology Innovation, which lists science and technology as one of ten priority areas for youth cooperation. China's assumption of the BRICS chairship in 2027 is expected to carry these youth initiatives forward.
Young people interested in science, technology or international exchange can follow the BRICS Youth Council's activities for opportunities to join future programs. The camp's outcomes will shape which youth innovation projects receive further cooperation support.
The takeaway
Young innovators interested in cross-border cooperation can track BRICS youth programs for future calls for participation. Engagement through national youth federations is one practical route into these exchanges.
What happens next
China assumes the BRICS chairship in 2027, and organizers hope to bring projects and talent identified through the camp into next year's BRICS youth activities.
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