JAIC and Brinc Forge Alliance for APAC Startup Investment

Japan Asia Investment Co., Ltd. (JAIC) and Brinc Japan Ltd., a subsidiary of global venture accelerator Brinc Ltd., have formed a joint venture called JAIC-Brinc LCC to manage a fund for investing in startups across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This strategic alliance combines JAIC's extensive experience in fund management and cross-border investments with Brinc's expertise in accelerating startup growth. The joint venture aims to provide Japanese institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals with innovative overseas investment avenues while bolstering high-growth startups in the APAC region. The collaboration also helps JAIC to deepen its engagement in Asia by tapping into Brinc's established network. Targeting annual sales of 40 million yen by 2025, the partnership focuses on sectors like climate tech, Web3, and education, while addressing increased demand from Japanese investors for access to APAC and MENA markets. Through this initiative, JAIC and Brinc aim to advance innovation and growth in emerging economies.