China Allocates $47.5 Billion for Semiconductor Self-Sufficiency
The largest-ever chip investment fund aims to bolster domestic production amid global tech tensions.
- The new fund, known as Big Fund III, is backed by China's Ministry of Finance and major state-owned banks.
- This investment follows U.S. export restrictions targeting China's access to advanced chip technology.
- Big Fund III will focus on chip manufacturing, design, equipment, and materials to achieve technological independence.
- Previous phases of the fund faced corruption issues and mixed results, but China remains committed to its semiconductor goals.
- The fund's creation has positively impacted Chinese semiconductor stocks, reflecting market confidence.