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China’s research and development of 6G technology currently holds a leading position globally and has entered a critical phase of industrial implementation.
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) of China recently granted the IMT-2030 (6G) Promotion Group a license to utilize 6G experimental frequencies within the 6 GHz band. This authorization supports the group in conducting 6G technology trials in select regions, focusing on technical R&D breakthroughs and verification testing aligned with the typical scenarios and key performance indicators for 6G established by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The approval of these experimental frequencies marks a pivotal transition in China’s technological research—moving from the laboratory into the realm of industrial application.
As of June 2025, China accounted for approximately 40.3% of global 6G patent applications, ranking first worldwide; commercial deployment is projected to commence in 2030.
China’s proactive strategic positioning in the 6G sector aims to consolidate its dominant role in next-generation digital infrastructure. This domain is also poised to become a key arena for competition between China and the United States (given its lag in 5G technology and applications, the U.S. is currently channeling full efforts into the R&D and verification of 6G technology).
In December 2025, the United States signed the "Winning the 6G Race" memorandum, designating it as a national roadmap for securing the technological high ground. Currently, the U.S. is prioritizing the development of terminal chips (spearheaded by companies such as Qualcomm and Intel) and integrated artificial intelligence technologies. Furthermore, it has issued joint statements with multiple nations—emphasizing the security, openness, and resilience of 6G—in an attempt to construct a global telecommunications ecosystem grounded in its own values while excluding China.
