"[That's why] the world needs us in leadership and in all areas of progress," she said. "For young women, I always say that they are the present and the future of the world. So don't hesitate to be active participants in changes for society, especially in advancing gender equality."

Song Tingting, vice president of the video-sharing platform Kuaishou Technology, described the meeting as a "window to the future" for young women. It showed that "excellence" can take many forms, challenging any single definition of success and offering countless role models and sources of inspiration.

She noted that the topics discussed at the event — such as the digital economy, green development, and public service — highlight areas where young women can apply their talents in the future.

Digital ambition

As a successful woman in the tech industry, Song emphasized the new opportunities that digital technology offers for young women's growth.

"Resources that were once available only to a select few — such as voice, channels, and influence — are now more accessible than ever," she said.

Traditionally, Song noted, leadership relied heavily on positions and titles. Today, however, young women can build strong personal brands and influence specific fields by consistently sharing professional, engaging, and valuable content online.

She also acknowledged the digital gender gap, evident not only in women having limited access to technology but also in the gender biases embedded in the large language models widely used in today's artificial intelligence tools.

"This essentially mirrors the structural inequalities present in society," she said. "Addressing these issues is a long-term and systematic effort that requires the collaboration of governments, businesses, and society as a whole."