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Here come China's 'next new three'
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Fusion42 · 26 July 2026 · Fusion42 review
China's government has identified artificial intelligence, robotics, and innovative drugs as the 'next new three' strategic industries to drive economic growth, following the success of EVs, batteries, and solar (the 'new three'). The shift reflects China's move from labour-cost manufacturing to high-tech exports, with AI model usage growing 31% month-on-month.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of AI Frontier Models, Robotics and Drug Discovery.
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If you build AI, robotics or drugs, China just made you a national priority with full-stack state backing. Watch for preferential capital, procurement mandates and export support - and expect Chinese competitors to gain subsidised advantage against you in third markets within 18 months.
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