Sequoia Capital's split-off of China business spurred by Sino-U.S. rift

VC giant's move may lead to further de-risking in startup investment

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Neil Shen, who heads Sequoia Capital's China business, says that each fund had become more independent in recent years. © Reuters

RYOTARO YAMADA, Nikkei staff writer

PALO ALTO, U.S. -- The decision by U.S. venture capital giant Sequoia Capital to split off its China division reflects the growing impact of tensions between Washington and Beijing on startup investment in Silicon Valley.

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