China’s NDRC promotes 36 infrastructure projects to attract 15.6 billion yuan in private capital
On September 22, China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced initial progress in measures to boost private investment. It highlighted a 25% private stake in the Shandong Laiyang nuclear project, an 85.8% year-on-year rise in private water-network investment to 10.8 billion yuan, and private participation in half of approved green electricity projects. The NDRC publicly promoted 36 projects worth 61.4 billion yuan, aiming to attract 15.6 billion yuan in private capital, with many already receiving investment intentions.
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China's NDRC Reports Progress on Private Investment Promotion, 36 Projects Launched
On September 22, Li Chao, spokesperson for China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), announced at a monthly press conference that measures to promote private investment have achieved initial results. Private capital participation in major projects is expanding, including a 25% private stake in the Shandong Laiyang nuclear power project approved on July 31. In the water conservancy sector, private investment in water network construction exceeded 108 billion yuan in the first half of the year, up 85.8% year-on-year. Over half of approved green electricity direct-connection projects involve private capital. The NDRC has also strengthened factor support, with the first batch of 2026 new policy financial tools from China Development Bank involving private capital in three projects. The NDRC recently publicly promoted 36 projects to private enterprises, with a total estimated investment of 614 billion yuan, aiming to attract 156 billion yuan in private capital. Li Chao stated that many projects have already received investment intentions from private firms and are progressing in an orderly manner. The NDRC will continue to optimize services, establish dedicated channels to address private enterprise concerns, and expand investment opportunities for private capital.
Read sourceChina's NDRC Reports Progress on Private Investment Projects, Many Receive Interest
On September 22, Li Chao, deputy director of the National Development and Reform Commission's (NDRC) Policy Research Office and spokesperson, announced at a monthly press conference that measures to promote private investment have achieved initial results. Private capital participation in major projects has expanded, including a 25% private stake in the Shandong Laiyang nuclear power project approved on July 31. In the water conservancy sector, private investment in water network construction exceeded 108 billion yuan in the first half of the year, up 85.8% year-on-year. Over half of approved green electricity direct-connection projects involve private capital. The NDRC has also strengthened factor support for private investment, with examples from the 2026 new policy financial instruments and Fujian province's fund allocation. The NDRC recently publicly promoted 36 projects with a total estimated investment of 614 billion yuan, aiming to attract 156 billion yuan in private capital. Li Chao stated that many projects have already received investment intentions from private enterprises and are progressing in an orderly manner. The NDRC will continue to optimize services, establish dedicated channels to address issues, and improve the regular project promotion mechanism to further boost private investment.
Read sourceChina's NDRC Reports Progress on Private Investment Promotion, 36 Projects Worth 61.4 Billion Yuan
On September 22, Li Chao, spokesperson for the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), announced at a monthly press conference that measures to promote private investment have achieved initial results. Private capital participation in major projects has expanded, including a 25% private stake in the Shandong Laiyang nuclear power project approved on July 31. In water infrastructure, private investment exceeded 10.8 billion yuan in the first half of the year, up 85.8% year-on-year. Half of approved green electricity direct-connection projects involve private capital. The NDRC has also strengthened factor support, with the first batch of 2026 policy financial tools including three projects with private participation. The NDRC recently publicly recommended 36 projects to private enterprises, with a total estimated investment of 61.4 billion yuan, aiming to attract 15.6 billion yuan in private capital. Li Chao stated that many projects have already received investment intentions from private firms and are progressing orderly. The NDRC will continue to optimize services, establish dedicated channels to address private enterprise concerns, and expand investment opportunities for private capital.
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China's NDRC to Pitch 36 Investment Projects to Private Firms Worth $86 Billion
On September 22, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) held a press conference where spokesperson Li Chao announced the upcoming promotion of 36 investment projects to private enterprises. These projects, with a total estimated investment of 614 billion yuan (approximately $86 billion), aim to attract 156 billion yuan in private capital. The projects span key sectors including railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion projects. Li Chao noted that many projects have already received investment inquiries from private firms and are progressing in an orderly manner. The announcement highlights the Chinese government's ongoing efforts to expand private sector participation in major infrastructure projects. Examples cited include the Shandong Laiyang nuclear power project approved in July, where private capital holds a 25% stake, and water network construction in the first half of the year, which attracted over 10.8 billion yuan in private investment, an 85.8% year-on-year increase. In green electricity direct-connection projects, private capital accounts for half of approved projects.
Read sourceChina's NDRC to Promote 36 Investment Projects to Private Firms, Including Railways and Charging Facilities
On September 22, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) held a press conference where policy research office deputy director and spokesperson Li Chao announced that the NDRC has prepared a batch of projects in key sectors such as transportation, logistics, water conservancy, and energy. These projects feature clear profit mechanisms and strong private sector interest. The NDRC recently publicly promoted 36 projects to private enterprises, with a total estimated investment of 61.4 billion yuan, aiming to attract 15.6 billion yuan in private capital. The projects cover railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion projects. Li Chao noted that many projects have already received investment intentions from private firms and are progressing in an orderly manner. The announcement highlighted the expanding space for private capital participation in major national projects, citing examples such as the Shandong Laiyang nuclear power project (25% private capital), water network construction attracting over 10.8 billion yuan in private investment (up 85.8% year-on-year), and half of approved green electricity direct-connection projects involving private capital.
Read sourceChina NDRC Announces New Measures to Boost Private Investment in Major Projects
China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced on September 22 new measures to encourage private investment in major infrastructure and energy projects. At a monthly press conference, NDRC spokesperson Li Chao stated that the government will expand opportunities for private capital in sectors such as rail, nuclear power, hydropower, and water supply, with a requirement that projects submitted for state approval must include a feasibility assessment for private participation. Li noted that private capital already holds a 25% stake in the Shandong Laiyang nuclear project approved in July, and private investment in water network construction surged 85.8% year-on-year in the first half of the year. The NDRC has also launched a new round of 36 projects with a total investment of 614 billion yuan, aiming to attract 156 billion yuan in private capital. The commission will establish a dedicated channel to address private enterprises' concerns and ensure project implementation. Separately, NDRC Chairman Zheng Shanjie held the eighth private enterprise symposium of the year on September 15, pledging targeted measures to boost private sector confidence.
Read sourceChina's NDRC Says Private Capital Space in Major Projects Continues to Expand
China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced at a press conference that the space for private capital to participate in major national projects is continuously expanding. Spokesperson Li Chao provided specific examples: in the nuclear power sector, private capital holds a 25% stake in the Shandong Laiyang Nuclear Power Phase I project; in water conservancy, private investment in water network construction in the first half of the year reached over 108 billion yuan, an 85.8% year-on-year increase; and in green electricity direct supply, private capital participates in half of the approved projects. The NDRC noted increased support for private investment, citing the 2026 new policy-based financial instruments where the first three projects funded by China Development Bank all involved private capital. Recently, the NDRC promoted 36 projects in transportation and logistics, with a total estimated investment of 614 billion yuan, aiming to attract 156 billion yuan in private capital. Li Chao stated that the NDRC will continue to optimize services, establish dedicated channels to address issues faced by private enterprises, and improve the regular project promotion mechanism to better foster private investment development.
Read sourceChina's NDRC promotes 36 projects to private firms, seeks 15.6 billion yuan in private capital
On September 22, Li Chao, deputy director of the Policy Research Office of China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), announced at a monthly press conference that the NDRC has prepared and publicly promoted 36 projects to private enterprises. These projects, focused on key areas such as transportation, logistics, water conservancy, and energy, include railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion projects. The total estimated investment is 61.4 billion yuan, with the NDRC aiming to attract 15.6 billion yuan in private capital. Li Chao stated that the response has been positive, with many projects already receiving investment intentions from private firms. The NDRC plans to continue optimizing services, establish dedicated channels to address issues faced by private enterprises during project participation, and improve the regular project promotion mechanism to expand investment opportunities for private capital and foster the development of private investment.
Read sourceNDRC: Private Capital Participates in Half of Approved Green Electricity Direct Connection Projects
On September 22, National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) spokesperson Li Chao announced at a press conference that in the green electricity direct connection sector, private capital has participated in half of the approved projects. Li noted that in November 2025, the State Council issued measures to promote private investment, requiring feasibility assessments for private capital participation in certain profitable infrastructure projects like railways, nuclear power, and water supply, with a recommended minimum 10% stake. Progress has been made: in nuclear power, the Shandong Laiyang Phase I project approved on July 31 includes 25% private capital; in water infrastructure, private investment in water network construction reached 108 billion yuan in the first half of the year, up 85.8% year-on-year. The NDRC has also strengthened support for private investment, including through policy financial instruments. It recently compiled and promoted 36 projects to private enterprises, with a total investment of 614 billion yuan, aiming to attract 156 billion yuan in private capital, covering railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion projects.
Read sourceChina NDRC pitches 36 projects to private firms, seeks 15.6 billion yuan in capital
On September 22, Li Chao, deputy director of the National Development and Reform Commission's (NDRC) Policy Research Office, announced at the commission's monthly press conference that the NDRC has recently promoted 36 projects to private enterprises, with a total estimated investment of 61.4 billion yuan (approximately $8.6 billion) and a target of attracting 15.6 billion yuan in private capital. The projects span key sectors including transportation, logistics, water conservancy, and energy, specifically covering railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion projects. Li stated that the projects were selected based on clear revenue mechanisms and strong private sector interest, and that many have already received investment intentions from private firms. The NDRC pledged to continue improving service guarantees, establish dedicated channels to address private enterprise concerns, and expand regular communication mechanisms to facilitate project implementation and promote private investment growth.
Read sourceChina's NDRC Unveils 36 Projects to Attract Over 15.6 Billion Yuan in Private Investment
China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) has publicly promoted a batch of key projects in sectors including transportation, logistics, water conservancy, and energy to attract private capital. The NDRC stated that the latest promotion includes 36 projects with a total estimated investment of 614 billion yuan (approximately $85 billion), aiming to draw 156 billion yuan in private investment. The projects, which feature clear revenue mechanisms and strong private sector interest, cover railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion projects. Separately, the state has increased support for private investment through policy financial tools. For example, under the 2026 new-type policy financial instrument, the first three projects funded by China Development Bank all involve private capital, in areas such as energy storage, green materials, and highways. The NDRC noted that many projects have already received investment intentions from private enterprises and are progressing in an orderly manner. Going forward, the commission plans to establish a dedicated channel to collect and resolve issues faced by private firms during project participation, aiming to facilitate early implementation.
Read sourceChina's Water Network Construction Attracts 108 Billion Yuan in Private Investment, Up 85.8%
On September 22, Li Chao, deputy director of the Policy Research Office of China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), announced at a press conference that in the first half of the year, water network construction attracted over 10.8 billion yuan (approximately $1.5 billion) in private investment, a year-on-year increase of 85.8%. Additionally, in the green electricity direct supply sector, private capital participates in half of all approved projects. The data highlights growing private sector involvement in China's infrastructure and energy transition initiatives, as the government continues to encourage private investment in key national projects.
Read sourceChina's NDRC Unveils 36 Projects Seeking Over 15 Billion Yuan in Private Investment
On September 22, China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced a new round of projects open to private capital participation. The initiative includes 36 key projects across transportation, logistics, water resources, and energy sectors, with a total estimated investment of 614 billion yuan (approximately $84.5 billion). The NDRC aims to attract 156 billion yuan in private investment. The selected projects feature clear revenue mechanisms and are considered attractive to private enterprises, covering areas such as railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion projects. This move is part of China's broader effort to stimulate private investment and boost economic activity in infrastructure and energy sectors.
Read sourceChina's NDRC Unveils 36 Projects Seeking Over 15 Billion Yuan in Private Investment
China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) has publicly promoted 36 key projects in transportation, logistics, water conservancy, and energy sectors to attract private capital. The total estimated investment for these projects is 61.4 billion yuan, with the NDRC aiming to draw 15.6 billion yuan from private investors. The projects, which include railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion works, are characterized by clear revenue mechanisms and strong private sector interest. The NDRC noted that many projects have already received investment intentions from private enterprises and are progressing in an orderly manner. The report also highlights increased government support for private investment, citing examples from the 2026 new policy financial instruments, where three projects funded by the China Development Bank and four projects in Fujian Province all involved private capital. The NDRC stated it will establish a dedicated channel to address issues encountered by private enterprises during project participation to facilitate early implementation.
Read sourceChina's NDRC Unveils 36 Projects to Attract Over 15 Billion Yuan in Private Investment
On September 22, China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced a new round of projects aimed at attracting private capital. The initiative includes 36 key projects across sectors such as transportation, logistics, water conservancy, and energy, with a total estimated investment of 61.4 billion yuan (approximately $8.5 billion). Of this, 15.6 billion yuan is expected to come from private investors. The NDRC stated that these projects feature clear revenue mechanisms and strong private sector interest, covering areas like railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion projects. The announcement, reported by state media outlet CCTV Finance, is part of China's broader effort to stimulate private investment in infrastructure and strategic industries amid economic challenges.
China's NDRC Says Private Capital Participates in Half of Approved Green Power Direct-Connection Projects
Li Chao, deputy director of the Policy Research Office and spokesperson for China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), stated on September 22 that among approved green power direct-connection projects, half involve private capital participation. He noted that since the State Council issued measures in November 2025 to promote private investment, progress has been made. In the nuclear power sector, the Shandong Laiyang nuclear power project approved on July 31 includes 25% private capital. In water conservancy, private investment in water network construction exceeded 108 billion yuan in the first half of the year, up 85.8% year-on-year. The NDRC also highlighted increased support for private investment through policy tools, including the 2026 new-type policy financial instruments. The NDRC has recently solicited opinions from private enterprises and compiled 36 projects for private investment, with a total estimated investment of 614 billion yuan, aiming to attract 156 billion yuan in private capital, covering railways, warehousing, wind power, energy storage, charging facilities, and water diversion projects.
Read sourceChina's NDRC Announces New Measures to Boost Private Investment in Major Projects
On September 22, China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) held a monthly press conference, announcing multiple measures to encourage private investment. NDRC spokesperson Li Chao stated that the government will improve communication mechanisms with private enterprises and expand their participation in quality projects. Since the State Council issued measures in November 2025 to promote private investment, progress has been made: private capital holds a 25% stake in the approved Shandong Laiyang nuclear power project; water network construction attracted over 10.8 billion yuan in private investment in the first half of the year, up 85.8% year-on-year; and half of approved green electricity direct-connection projects involve private capital. The NDRC has also promoted 36 projects to private enterprises, with a total investment of 61.4 billion yuan, seeking 15.6 billion yuan in private capital. NDRC Director Zheng Shanjie held the 8th private enterprise symposium this year on September 15, pledging targeted measures to boost private investment confidence.
Read sourceChina's NDRC: Private Investment in Water Network Construction Surges 85.8% in First Half
On September 22, Li Chao, deputy director of the Policy Research Office of China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), stated at a press conference that in the water conservancy sector, water network construction attracted over 10.8 billion yuan in private investment during the first half of the year, marking an 85.8% increase year-on-year. Additionally, in the green electricity direct connection sector, projects involving private capital account for half of all approved projects. The data highlights growing private sector participation in China's infrastructure and energy transition initiatives.
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