In the digital age, a single person can become a company. Recently, multiple departments in Tongzhou District jointly issued “Several Measures to Support the Development of Digital and Intelligent Innovation OPC in the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center,” focusing on the “one-person company” entrepreneurial ecosystem. This includes a package of supportive policies in areas such as computing power subsidies, office space, and talent housing.

A “One-Person Company” (OPC) is an entrepreneurial form centered on an individual in the digital economy era. This policy aims to lower the threshold for starting a business, allowing solo entrepreneurs to operate with less burden and supporting the high-quality development of the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center.

The supportive policies specify that for eligible “one-person companies,” Tongzhou District will provide model voucher and computing power voucher support, with subsidies of up to 30%. The annual subsidy cap for model vouchers is 300,000 yuan, and for computing power vouchers, it is 500,000 yuan.

To offer more low-cost office space for “one-person companies,” the policies encourage industrial parks or incubators to create “OPC Eco-Friendly Communities,” providing one-stop services such as registration, tax, and legal consulting. Communities that achieve industrial agglomeration scale can receive up to 2 million yuan in annual financial support.

Tongzhou District will further improve the public data open and sharing mechanism, providing secure, trustworthy, and legally compliant data resources for “one-person companies.” It supports the creation of high-quality datasets in key areas such as cultural tourism, design, commerce, government affairs, and medical health, reducing data acquisition costs.

Tongzhou District will also strengthen housing security for OPC talent. Eligible founders or core team members can apply for recognition as “Canal Talents” or “Young Reserve Talents,” enjoying conveniences in household registration and work residence permit processing.

Tongzhou District

Tongzhou District, located in eastern Beijing, is a historic area that served as a vital canal port during the Sui and Tang dynasties, linking the capital to the Grand Canal for grain transport. In recent years, it has been designated as Beijing’s sub-center, undergoing rapid urban development to alleviate pressure on the city’s core. Today, it blends ancient landmarks like the Burning Buddha Pagoda with modern administrative and cultural facilities.

Beijing Municipal Administrative Center

The Beijing Municipal Administrative Center, located in the Tongzhou District, was established as part of a strategic plan to decentralize Beijing’s urban functions and alleviate congestion in the city center. Construction began in the mid-2010s, and the center officially started operations in 2019, housing key municipal government offices and administrative agencies. This move aims to promote balanced regional development and improve the efficiency of public services for the capital.

Canal Talents

Canal Talents is a cultural initiative based in the Canal Saint-Martin area of Paris, designed to support and promote emerging artists and creative entrepreneurs. Launched in the early 2010s, it provides resources, exhibition spaces, and networking opportunities to foster local artistic talent and urban renewal. The project reflects the area’s transformation from an industrial hub into a vibrant cultural district.

Young Reserve Talents

“Young Reserve Talents” is a cultural site in China dedicated to nurturing and showcasing the artistic potential of children and teenagers. Established as part of broader efforts to preserve traditional Chinese arts and cultivate future generations of performers, it serves as a training ground where young individuals develop skills in areas like music, dance, and theater. The site reflects China’s long-standing emphasis on education and cultural heritage, blending historical artistic traditions with modern developmental programs.