
The Chinese tech hub is the first city in the country to move toward ending its dedicated funding package for the sector.
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Hangzhou's low-altitude economy policy was implemented two years ago and was intended to last until the end of 2025.
A major Chinese tech hub is moving to pull the plug on dedicated funding for its low-altitude economy, making it the first city in the country to propose repealing a full financial support package for the sector.
Hangzhou’s initial policy took effect two years ago and was originally set to remain in force through the end of next year. It spans key segments of the sector – from enterprise establishment and technological innovation to new low-altitude flight routes and infrastructure buildout – offering differing amounts of fiscal rewards.

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