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• Visit by Ms Zhang Hong, IOC Member
Ms Zhang Hong, an International Olympic Committee
(IOC) member and an Olympic gold medalist visited
Singapore. During her visit, NYAA facilitated a meeting
between Ms Zhang Hong and Mr Roddy Mu, an NYAA
Gold Award holder (2002 Cohort).

• Visit by Swiss Delegation
The visit of the Swiss Delegation from the International
Swiss Talent Forum to Singapore, including their
participation in the National Day Celebration at
Ping Yi Secondary School and witnessing the festival
and fireworks displays at Marina Bay, highlights the
unique cultural experiences Singapore offers. The
delegation’s impression of Singapore’s advanced Swiss Delegation at Ping Yi Secondary School.
education system, culture, and community events
demonstrates the nation’s commitment to excellence
and inclusivity.

• Visit by Minister Zulkifli Masagos to
Morocco
Minister for Social and Family Development, Mr
Masagos Zulkifli visited Morocco. He met senior
officials and Islamic scholars, including Dr Mustafa
Izzuddin, NYAA Gold Award holder (2002 Cohort) and
Adviser with ICESCO, to strengthen diplomatic and
educational ties between Singapore and Morocco. Minister Masagos Zulkifli with Dr Mustafa Izzuddin
in Morocco.
DIALOGUES/CONFERENCES/ FORUMS (INTERNATIONAL)

• St. Gallen Symposium 2022
Minister Grace Fu and NYAA representatives
participated in the St. Gallen Symposium, where
she delivered speeches, presented the Global Essay
Competition Prize Presentation Ceremony, and
engaged in intergenerational dialogue.

• Leadership Training Program in Oman Minister Grace Fu at the St. Gallen Symposium.
NYAA assisted Oman in the leadership development
of its young people, with a focus on female leadership
development. Dr Charles Phua, an NYAA Gold Award
holder (2002 Cohort), conducted a successful training
programme in Oman. The Deputy Secretary of the
Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Oman expressed interest
in working with NYAA to develop youth leadership in
Oman. Dr Charles Phua addressing the business leaders in Oman.

• ASEAN Youth Fellowship (AYF)
NYAA nominated two Gold Award holders, Mr
Tommy Koh and Dr Alvona Loh, for the ASEAN
Youth Fellows Programme, which aims to grow
and connect emerging ASEAN young leaders. The
program provides leadership development, network-
building, and exposure to regional opportunities. The
nominated NYAA Gold Award holders participated in
the AYF program in Singapore and Jakarta. ASEAN Young Leaders, 2022.

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