05/02/2026
🚀 HICOOL 2026 Global Expansion Call
Powering the Next Generation of Global Tech
Unicorns
HICOOL 2026 Global Entrepreneurship Competition is officially open, calling global technology founders, innovators, researchers, and high-growth startups to expand into Beijing, China, one of the world’s most influential innovation and capital hubs.
More than a competition, HICOOL is a government-backed global innovation platform designed to help startups secure funding, enter the China market, and scale internationally with long-term institutional support.
With USD 22.8 million (CNY 160 million) in prizes and grants, HICOOL 2026 offers a rare opportunity for founders at every stage, from idea validation to international scale-up, to accelerate growth with real resources, not just exposure.
🌍 Why HICOOL?
HICOOL connects global innovation with China’s deep ecosystem of capital, policy incentives, talent, manufacturing, and market access. Selected startups gain direct access to Beijing’s innovation districts, venture capital networks, industrial partners, and government-backed support systems.
This is a strategic expansion gateway for startups planning long-term growth in China, Asia, and global markets.
💰 What Selected Startups Receive
🏆 Massive Funding & Grants:
• USD 22.8M (CNY 160M) total prize pool
• 200 winning teams across multiple categories
• Non-dilutive funding opportunities
🏢 Beijing Business Enablement:
• Free office space in designated innovation zones
• Direct linkage to VCs, corporate partners & government agencies
🛂 Relocation & Policy Support:
• Visa facilitation & residency assistance
• Tax incentives & regulatory guidance
• Company setup and compliance support
🏠 Soft-Landing Services:
• Housing assistance
• Schooling support for children
• Access to medical and social services
🎯 Professional Acceleration Support:
• One-on-one mentoring from global & China-based experts
• Pitch deck optimization & demo day preparation
• Strategic guidance by Global Innovation & Technology Platform (GITP)
(Even non-winning participants benefit from post-competition guidance, China market advisory, and ASEAN expansion support.)
🏗️ Key Technology Sectors
HICOOL 2026 focuses on high-impact, future-defining industries, including:
• Artificial Intelligence & Intelligent Computing
• HealthTech, BioTech & Medical Devices
• Clean Energy, New Materials & Sustainability
• Aerospace, New Mobility & Advanced Transportation
• Semiconductors, Quantum & Core Technologies
• IoT, Smart Hardware & Robotics
• Digital Infrastructure & Computing
• Advanced Manufacturing & AgriTech
👥 Who Should Apply?
✔ Startup founders & co-founders (global applicants welcome)
✔ Idea-stage innovators (18 years and above)
✔ Scale-ups planning China or Asia market entry
✔ Researchers & technologists with registered or protected IP
(📌 Note: Startups should not already be registered or publicly listed in Beijing.)
📝 Application Requirements
Teams (up to 3 members) must meet at least one of the following criteria:
• R&D expenditure: ≥ CNY 100,000 in the past 3 months
• Revenue: ≥ CNY 600,000 in the past 3 months
• Funding raised: ≥ CNY 2 million since company inception
✅ Why Apply:
• Free of charge (no fees to participate)
• Apply online in a few easy steps
• Good opportunity to access funding, mentorship, and China market entry
• Limited application acceptance (first-come, first-served)
⏰ Key Timeline
🗓 Application Deadline:
30 March 2026
📍 Competition includes global roadshows (online & onsite), semi-finals, and finals held in Beijing, China
🔗 Apply Now
👉https://hicool2026.tilda.ws/forms
🎥 Watch the HICOOL 2026 Promotion Video
👉 https: https://youtu.be/4Maw255d5rw?si=MLAfKWnDMalZJDvP
📩 Regional GITP Contacts
🇮🇩 Indonesia: Daniel | +62 877 7393 2848 | [email protected]
🇪🇬 Middle East: Jana | +20 127 535 7262 | [email protected]
🇰🇪 Africa: Vestine | +254 702 246 129 | [email protected]
🇲🇾 Malaysia: Thara | +60 11 2633 8803 | [email protected]
🇻🇳 Vietnam: Tram | +84 78 566 8311 | [email protected]
🌍 Other Regions: Innocent | +254 719 780 901 | [email protected]
🌟 If global expansion, China market entry, and long-term scale are on your roadmap then HICOOL 2026 is your moment