In 2025, a plan for the diversified revitalization and development of micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) was launched to help companies adapt to recent global trends in digital and net-zero transformation; tighter environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards; and a shifting international landscape. Since its implementation, the plan has already yielded preliminary results.
Now, to continue strengthening diversified growth and innovation, the government has approved a 2026-2029 program to further develop MSMEs. The new program prioritizes three core missions—digital transformation, net-zero transformation and market channel expansion—with the aim of comprehensively enhancing MSMEs' operational resilience, innovative ability and global competitiveness, while advancing inclusive economic growth.
Main strategies
■ Accelerate AI-driven transformation: Establish a repository of AI solution case studies, offer practical training courses delivered by technology institutions, and standardize and modularize support resources, thereby lowering adoption barriers and facilitating both digital and net-zero transformation. These measures will focus on sectors with high growth potential, such as textiles, machinery, metals, ceramics, wholesale and retail.
■ Advance startup-driven technologies: Match startups with small and medium-sized enterprises to foster collaboration. Promote model demonstration cases and modular solutions to assist the upgrading and transformation of industries including metals, machinery, food, semiconductors, AI and next-generation communications.
■ Integrate carbon accounting into financial services: Incorporate carbon emissions calculations (oil, electricity, water and gas) into financial reporting processes by leveraging a nationwide service network of bookkeepers and tax return filing agents. This will help micro- and small enterprises without dedicated accounting staff create carbon accounting databases, thereby alleviating carbon-related concerns and improving access to green finance resources.
■ Expand overseas market channels: Through bilateral platforms with the U.S., Japan, Europe and emerging markets, provide one-stop services and business matchmaking while advancing regulatory adjustments. These efforts will support MSMEs in sectors such as automotive parts, digital health, semiconductors and 5G in developing their international presence and expanding into global markets.