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Federal Express Corporation and Junior Achievement (JA) have announced the winners of the 2025 FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge Asia Pacific finals, held in Singapore. Among the top six students recognized were participants from Vietnam, the Philippines, Hong Kong SAR, and Thailand.
This year’s competition drew more than 4,700 students from nine markets: Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Fifty-four students advanced to the Asia Pacific finals in Singapore. The finalists were tasked with developing a market entry strategy for an eco-friendly product that upcycles discarded textiles into sustainable consumer goods for the French market. Teams consisted of two students from different countries to encourage cross-cultural cooperation. Their proposals were presented to a panel of judges made up of entrepreneurs and small business owners from Singapore.
“For nearly two decades, FedEx has proudly championed this program, empowering young entrepreneurs to think beyond borders and create solutions that address real-world challenges. In today’s interconnected economy, innovation goes hand in hand with building smarter, more resilient supply chains, and the next generation of business leaders will be at the forefront of this transformation. By fostering their creativity, determination, and global mindset, we’re investing in the future of commerce, one that is more connected, sustainable, and equipped to navigate the complexities of global trade,” said Kawal Preet, president for Asia Pacific at FedEx.
