Chinese Premier Li Keqiang (2nd R, front) visits the Gyeonggi Center for a Creative Economy and Innovation in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, Nov. 2, 2015. [Xinhua/Huang Jingwen]

South Korean Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn, who also attended the forum, said the theme of the event conforms to the two countries' development strategies and shows the young people's enthusiasm for innovation.

He called on youngsters of South Korea and China to strengthen exchanges, increase mutual understanding, and inject fresh vitality into the development of bilateral relations.

According to a decision by China and South Korea, a total of 100 young elite of the two countries will exchange visits annually from 2015 to 2019. The two countries will also hold the Young Leaders' Forum regularly.