
Zhejiang unveils 18 measures to boost brain-computer interface sector
By 2030, Zhejiang aims to establish a BCI technology and industrial innovation hub with strong international competitiveness.

By 2030, Zhejiang aims to establish a BCI technology and industrial innovation hub with strong international competitiveness.

The province will build a core industry worth 20 billion yuan ($3 billion), with related industries exceeding 50 billion yuan.

The latest chart underscores the province’s resilience and Hangzhou’s growing role as one of China’s leading corporate headquarters.

The six newly designated zones focus on hydrogen energy, flexible electronics, the low-altitude economy, aerospace equipment and biomanufacturing.

A key feature of Zhejiang’s innovation strategy is its “technology vice president” program.

Air-conditioning penetration remains remarkably low across much of the continent—around 5% in the U.K. and just 3% in Germany.

BCI is also seen as an area where Zhejiang is well positioned to establish a competitive advantage.

Consumer spending showed signs of a shift toward higher-value technology products.

The rollout comes as authorities seek to curb unauthorized drone activity amid the rapid growth of the low-altitude economy.

In May alone, exports to ASEAN reached 68.49 billion yuan, surpassing the European Union to become the province’s largest overseas market.