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November 13, 2025
MIIT to refine its manufacturing pilot platform program
What happened: On November 11, the industrial ministry (MIIT) launched a program to systematize its sprawling network of manufacturing pilot platforms. Some context: State-backed manufacturing pilot platforms are designed to help startups bridge the "Valley of Death" between concept and… Read More »
November 13, 2025
YMTC builds new fab, eyes 2027 launch
What happened: China’s leading NAND memory maker YMTC has started building its third fab in Wuhan, according to Nikkei. Operations are expected to begin in 2027. The company is also ramping up production at its second facility. Some context: YMTC… Read More »
November 13, 2025
MoE releases new policy on primary and secondary STEM education
STEM education policy is having a moment. On November 12, the Ministry of Education (MoE) and six other regulators jointly released new Opinions on strengthening STEM education in primary and secondary schools. Some background: Over the past year, MoE has… Read More »