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Discover how China is becoming a global leader in robotics, integrating automation into industries and daily life.
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China economy
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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.
10 Jun 2025 - 7:00AM
Robotics
China turns to robots for elderly care with national pilot programme
9 Jun 2025 - 9:00PM
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Robotics
Beijing academy unveils ‘RoboBrain’ AI model for China’s humanoids
7 Jun 2025 - 7:22AM
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.
31 May 2025 - 11:00AM
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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.
28 May 2025 - 5:00PM
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.
23 May 2025 - 7:00PM
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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.
23 May 2025 - 7:00AM
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’.
21 May 2025 - 7:00AM
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.
19 May 2025 - 5:00PM
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Artificial intelligence
Opinion
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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.
4 May 2025 - 8:24AM
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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.
30 Apr 2025 - 6:00PM
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.
24 Apr 2025 - 12:57PM
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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.
10 Apr 2025 - 7:30PM
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.
1 Apr 2025 - 6:30PM
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.
18 Mar 2025 - 8:00AM
China technology
My Take
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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.
18 Mar 2025 - 7:01AM
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.
13 Mar 2025 - 11:41PM
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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.
9 Mar 2025 - 10:00AM
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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.
4 Mar 2025 - 5:30PM
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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.
28 Feb 2025 - 6:00PM
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.
28 Feb 2025 - 12:02AM
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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.
27 Feb 2025 - 8:30PM
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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.
27 Feb 2025 - 5:36PM
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.
25 Feb 2025 - 5:05PM
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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?
25 Feb 2025 - 4:15PM
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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.
24 Feb 2025 - 7:30PM
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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.
21 Feb 2025 - 3:21PM
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.
21 Feb 2025 - 3:29PM
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