investmentUpdated Feb 2026
6G R&D Investment by Country (2025-2026)
Government and private sector 6G research and development investment commitments by major countries and regions.
Data
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| China | 12.5 $B |
| United States | 8.2 $B |
| South Korea | 4.5 $B |
| European Union | 4.2 $B |
| Japan | 3.8 $B |
| India | 1.2 $B |
| United Kingdom | 0.8 $B |
| Others | 2.3 $B |
Visual Overview
China12.5 $B
United States8.2 $B
South Korea4.5 $B
European Union4.2 $B
Japan3.8 $B
India1.2 $B
United Kingdom0.8 $B
Others2.3 $B
Key Insights
Global 6G R&D investment exceeds $37 billion, up 60% from 2024.
China leads with $12.5B combining government and state enterprise funds.
US investment is primarily private sector-led with targeted government programs.
South Korea has highest per-capita 6G investment globally.
Data Sources
National government announcements, CSIS analysis, 6G-AI Research
Last updated: Feb 2026. Data is compiled from publicly available reports, industry analyses, and proprietary research.