Beijing has officially announced the launch of an unprecedented government support program for tech startups. According to data as of the end of December 2025, this is not just an investment, but a strategic response in the global tech race with the United States. Sovereignty in the high-tech sector is at stake.
📊 The Financial Scale of the Initiative
China is building a powerful financial force from national and regional funds:
• National Fund: 100 billion yuan (~$14.3 billion) from the Ministry of Finance, raised through the issuance of ultra-long government bonds.
• Regional Giants: Three funds (Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei, Yangtze Delta, and the Greater Bay Area) with capital exceeding 50 billion yuan each.
⏳ "Patient Capital" Strategy
Unlike classic venture capital, which is focused on quick profits, China's state-owned funds are adopting a long-term approach. The program is designed for 20 years:
• 10 years – active investment phase.
• 10 years – gradual exit.
This gives startups the opportunity to focus on deep research (R&D) without market pressure.
🎯 Who's in Focus?
Beijing is changing its tactics: instead of supporting established giants, it's emphasizing "little champions":
Early Stages: At least 70% of funds will go to seed rounds and early-stage startups.
Valuation Limit: Companies must not be valued above RMB 500 million ($70 million).
Deal Invoice: Maximum investment per investor is RMB 50 million.
🛠 Priority industries:
• Microchips and integrated circuits (critical under sanctions).
• Quantum technologies and biomedicine.
• Brain-computer interfaces and aerospace.
💡 What does this mean for the market?
China is building a closed innovation ecosystem. For the Web3 and blockchain industries, this is a signal: a focus on DeepTech will accelerate the development of cryptography and decentralized computing. Beijing is betting on technological superiority, completely changing the rules of the game in global venture capital.
Do you think this strategy will help China overtake the US? Let us know in the comments! 👇
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