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Discover how China is becoming a global leader in robotics, integrating automation into industries and daily life.
Visitors interact with robotic musicians at a carnival in Wuhan, central China’s Hubei province. Photo: Xinhua
China economy

My Take | What will China look like in 2030? A forecast on the next 5-year plan

China is likely to leverage advanced technology to boost manufacturing, achieving self-sufficiency while becoming an indispensable exporter.

Robotics

China turns to robots for elderly care with national pilot programme

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Robotics

Beijing academy unveils ‘RoboBrain’ AI model for China’s humanoids

Robotics

Self-driving mining trucks offer a glimpse of China’s hi-tech future

A coal mine in Inner Mongolia showcases Beijing’s determination to transform traditional industries with advanced technologies.

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The world’s largest fleet of unmanned electric coal trucks demonstrates China’s resolve to upgrade its traditional industries. Illustration: Henry Wong
Artificial intelligence

Southern China’s Zhuhai backs new firm in race to be AI, robotics hub

The city also announced over US$80 million in subsidies, as local governments in China race to nurture the next DeepSeek.

Robotics

Chinese robot firms dazzle at Macau’s Beyond Expo amid AI boom

The significant presence of robotics companies underscores the intense domestic competition in the rapidly growing sector.

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Artificial intelligence

AI hardware start-ups get fresh boost from Shenzhen’s US$1 billion funds

The Shenzhen government has launched funds of 5 billion yuan and 2 billion yuan dedicated to AI and robotics start-ups at the city’s AI expo.

EngineAI showcased its first robotic dog at the Global AI Device Expo 2025 in Shenzhen. on May 22. Photo: Coco Feng
Artificial intelligence

Alibaba and DeepSeek’s home province aims to become AI hub through big spending

A new plan from the Zhejiang government will see billions of yuan spent through 2027 to support AI companies and attract ‘top talent’.

Robotics

China’s industrial robot output soars, as Unitree and UBTech take lead

Production of industrial robots in April outpaced increases seen in earlier months amid national enthusiasm around the technology.

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Artificial intelligence

Opinion | The convergence of AI and robotics couldn’t have come at a better time

The country’s manufacturing prowess and sophisticated supply chains will propel humanoid robot development.

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A senior resident interacts with “Xia Lan”, a humanoid robot, at a nursing home in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, on March 3. Photo: Xinhua
US-China tech war

Chinese AI and robotics start-ups respond to Xi’s self-reliance call

The Chinese president met representatives from several AI and robotics start-ups during a visit to Shanghai.

Chinese President Xi Jinping visits the Shanghai Foundation Model Innovation Center on Tuesday. Photo: EPA-EFE/Xinhua
US-China trade war

‘Nothing like this in US’: for China’s robot makers, Trump’s tariffs don’t bite

Many firms say they feel little pressure to lower prices, as there are few viable alternatives to their products.

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Robotics

Meet Peng Zhihui, the latest robotics star to catch the premier’s attention

The founder of AgiBot joins a new generation of tech entrepreneurs who have gained recognition from China’s top leadership.

Artificial intelligence

Guangdong boosts AI and robotics subsidies after DeepSeek’s success

A new initiative seeks to position Guangdong as a ‘global highland’ for AI and robotics, following DeepSeek’s success.

A staff member tests a humanoid robot from a company based in Shenzhen, Guangdong province. Photo: Xinhua
Robotics

China reveals economic data on service robots for the first time

Service robots outperformed industrial robots in both growth and output in January and February, according to the statistics bureau.

A senior resident at a nursing home in Shenzhen interacts with Xia Lan, a humanoid robot. Photo: Xinhua
China technology

My Take | Will AI and robots drive China’s next consumer spending spree?

China is seeking the next ‘big items’ to encourage consumers to open their wallets. Technology looks to be a key.

Robotics

China manufacturing, AI pose an ‘existential threat’ to US in robotics sector

Domestic manufacturers’ share in China, the world’s largest robotics market, nears 50 per cent, up from 30 per cent in 2020.

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Science

China wants to change the world with disruptive technologies. But what are they?

At the ‘two sessions’ the National Development and Reform Commission highlighted China’s rise in scientific and tech innovations.

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Hypersonic aircraft are among China’s future technologies hailed by the National Development and Reform Commission’s this week. Credit: Chinese Academy of Sciences
China manufacturing

China’s Silicon Valley unveils aggressive push to lead in AI, robotics

Shenzhen publishes three major action plans in a single day as it pursues global leadership in emerging fields.

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Foxconn

Foxconn breaks ground on new China headquarters in EV push

The move marks a major step by the Apple contractor to diversify its business into EVs, semiconductors, robots and other areas.

Artificial intelligence

Robotics star Unitree warns of scams as investors seek a way in

The start-up, whose founder attended President Xi’s business symposium last week, has become a hot investor target.

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A man shakes hands with a humanoid robot from Unitree Robotics during the Global Developer Conference in Shanghai on February 21. Photo: AFP
China's economic recovery

China takes leading role in setting global standards for senior care robots

Chinese experts were heavily involved in coordinating the process that will shape the future of a key emerging industry.

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Humanoid robots developed by Unitree Robotics have gained prominence in China over recent months, with the company predicting the devices will be widely deployed in the service and industrial sectors within the next two years. Photo: AFP
US-China tech war

Hong Kong to launch 2 AI forums as US-China tech war rages

The city is shifting towards a technology-driven economy to align with Beijing’s strategic goals, with major investments planned for AI.

Robotics

Made in China 2025: how the country achieved its goals 10 years on

Is China a leader in aeronautics and robotics? What role did the government play in their success? SCMP editors answer questions about Made in China 2025.

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China technology

Home of DeepSeek, Black Myth: Wukong, can Hangzhou rival Shenzhen’s tech crown?

Shenzhen, long the heart of China’s tech industry, may have a new rival as Hangzhou’s companies take centre stage. Will they compete or collaborate?

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China technology

Shenzhen sows seeds for tech breakthroughs with AI, robotics funding

The southern tech hub is stepping up its support for home-grown innovation with a package of policies to stay competitive in cutting-edge fields.

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Shenzhen, China’s southern tech hub, is making large investments in emerging fields like artificial intelligence and robotics. Photo: Xinhua
US-China tech war

What did China’s tech titans tell Xi Jinping at the symposium?

Ren Zhengfei from Huawei, Lei Jun from Xiaomi and Wang Xingxing from Unitree all gave speeches at the high-profile meeting.

Artificial intelligence

Meet Wang Xingxing, the Unitree robotics star at Xi’s symposium

Wang, 35, is the founder and CEO of Unitree – one of China’s top developers of quadrupedal and humanoid robots.

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