regional growth

[2026-01-23]Korea to Launch 4.4 Trillion KRW Venture Fund in 2026 Focusing on AI and Regional Growth

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The Ministry of SMEs and Startups and two other ministries announced a 2.1 trillion KRW investment to create a 4.4 trillion KRW venture fund in 2026.
Key focuses include AI and deep tech unicorns, regional growth, global expansion, and revitalizing the startup and exit markets across 13 sectors.
Fund proposals are accepted online from February 19 to 26, with final fund managers to be selected in April.

[2026-01-21]Financial Services Commission Launches 1,240 Trillion KRW Productive Finance Initiative

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The Financial Services Commission held a regular council with financial institutions to drive a major shift toward productive finance.
A five-year support plan totaling 1,240 trillion KRW was discussed, including 614 trillion from private finance and 626 trillion from policy finance.
The government and financial sector aim to boost funding for advanced industries, startups, and regional growth through close cooperation.