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China has officially launched the National Venture Capital Guidance Fund, aimed at fostering long-term investments in hard technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, biopharmaceuticals, quantum computing, and 6G telecommunications. Accompanying this national fund are three regional investment vehicles focused on the Beijing Tianjin Hebei cluster, the Yangtze River Delta, and the Guangdong Hong Kong Macau Greater Bay Area.

The fund will prioritize early-stage and small-scale investments with a commitment to investment cycles spanning 15 to 20 years. It follows a three-tier structure, with the national fund supported by regional and sub-funds, leveraging capital from local governments and private firms. Officials expect the initiative to unlock trillions of yuan in funding, enhance venture capital market unity, and improve access to financing for startups aligned with national priorities, despite a challenging landscape for foreign currency fundraising.