China Targets $1.4T AI Industry by 2030 Under "Intelligent Economy" Strategy
China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) finalizes at the "Two Sessions" meetings, positioning AI as the core engine of economic growth with a target of $1.4 trillion AI industry by 2030.
China has officially passed the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) at the recently concluded "Two Sessions" legislative meetings, positioning artificial intelligence as the core engine of economic growth with a target of $1.4 trillion in AI industry by 2030. This strategic goal marks China's ambitions in the AI field.
Intelligent Economy Strategy
"Intelligent Economy" has become the core strategy for China's economic development in the next five years. The plan emphasizes AI as the core engine driving economic growth, deeply integrating AI technology into all areas of economic and social development.
Industry Targets
According to the plan, key development priorities for China's AI industry include: - Breakthroughs in core algorithms - Construction of computing power infrastructure - Deep integration of AI with the real economy - Key areas such as smart manufacturing, smart cities, and digital healthcare
Global Impact
The rapid development of China's AI industry will have a profound impact on the global technology landscape. In the context of US-China tech competition, China's increased investment in the AI field is expected to position it more prominently in global AI competition.
Reference Sources: Seoul Economic Daily