The seventh cohort of the program officially commenced in January 2026, during which a total of 4 thematic seminars and 2 visit activities were held from January to May. Through the seminars and visits, it is hoped that participants can gain a deep understanding of the close cooperative relationship among the 15 economies in RCEP, including China, and accurately grasp the role that Hong Kong plays therein.

The launch ceremony and the first thematic seminar invited Dr. Bernard Chan Pak-li, Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, to serve as the officiating and sharing guest. This cohort also invited Mr. Chaturont Chaiyakam, Consul-General of Thailand in Hong Kong, and the Hon Duncan Chiu, Member of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR (Technology and Innovation Functional Constituency), among others, to serve as sharing guests for the thematic seminars. Furthermore, students went to Dongguan City for study and exchange, and also visited The Commissioner's Office of China's Foreign Ministry in the Hong Kong S.A.R.

The presentation and award ceremony will be held in mid-July, and the winning teams will have the opportunity to travel to Thailand for a study and exchange tour for free, allowing young people to step out of Hong Kong and broaden their worldviews.