Hangzhou's 2026 Global Innovation Competition

About

The Hangzhou Overseas High-Level Talent Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition invites global innovators and entrepreneurs to compete for US$70K in cash prizes and extensive support to establish their ventures in Hangzhou, China, fostering a vibrant ecosystem for startups with unmatched government backing and resources.

Benefits

• 💰Cash Prizes
  US$70K in cash prizes for winners
• ✈️Sponsored Finalist Trip
  Organizer-sponsored trip to Hangzhou to pitch in person and attend the Award Ceremony and networking events
• 🏢Market Entry Support
  Up to US$3M in talent funding, US$1.5M in R&D reimbursement, US$400K in office subsidies, plus US$150K in startup funding
• 🤝Investor Matchmaking
  Opportunities for matchmaking with investors and corporations
• 📰Media Exposure
  Media exposure through major news outlets
• 🏢Business Registration Assistance
  Assistance with business registration processes
• 🛂Talent Visa Fast Track
  Fast track for talent visas and taxation advisory

Eligibility Criteria

• Overseas talents with global innovation and entrepreneurship experience
• Genuine interest in commercialization in China
• Projects must display significant innovation
• Companies already registered in Hangzhou are not eligible

Participation Commitments

• If selected, participate in the online Semi-Final Pitch
• If selected, attend the Final Round in Hangzhou, China (organizer-sponsored round-trip flights, accommodation, meals, and local transportation)
• Participate in investor matchmaking and networking sessions with ecosystem partners

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Embodied AI, Integrated Circuits (IC) & Semiconductors, Network Communications, AI-powered Application Scenarios