[2026-01-21]Korea’s 2026 Fund of Funds Strategy: Boosting AI Unicorns and Regional Growth
The Ministry of SMEs and Startups held the 2026 Fund of Funds Strategy Committee to review 2025 performance and discuss plans for 2026.
In 2025, the Fund of Funds invested KRW 1.3 trillion, created KRW 3.3 trillion in venture funds, and produced three unicorn companies; for 2026, KRW 1.6 trillion will be allocated with a focus on AI and deep tech.
Expansion of regional growth funds, enhanced investor incentives, and greater transparency are expected to drive further growth and private capital inflow in the venture market.