China's robot industry marks pivotal breakthroughs in 2025

China's National People's Congress held a press conference on Wednesday, where spokesperson Lou Qinjian highlighted major advances in the domestically developed humanoid robot industry. He stated that 2025 marks a pivotal moment with breakthroughs in technological innovation and real-world applications. The event also explored how 'AI+' could open new frontiers for consumption.

The fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress is poised to open soon, prompting the NPC to hold a press conference one day in advance. Lou Qinjian, spokesperson for the session, focused on the swift progress in China's AI sector, especially regarding humanoid robots.

"The year 2025 marks a pivotal moment for China's domestically developed humanoid robot industry, as it achieves breakthroughs in both technological innovation and real-world applications," Lou said.

The press conference examined how "AI+" could pioneer new frontiers in consumption. To capture opinions, journalists went to Chang'an Avenue to speak with both Chinese and international friends about their views on these AI accomplishments.

This event underscores how China's AI achievements continue to impress the world, highlighting ongoing innovations. (By Liu Shen, Huang Fang, Lin Mengnan, Intern: Li Yanjia, Yang Yifei)

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Chinese minister announces China's AI sector exceeding $165 billion at National People's Congress, with futuristic AI graphics on display.
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China's AI sector tops $165 billion in 2025, minister says

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The output of China's core artificial intelligence industry exceeded 1.2 trillion yuan ($165 billion) in 2025, with more than 6,200 companies operating in the field, said Li Lecheng, head of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The remarks came after the opening meeting of the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress in Beijing on Thursday.

China's vice minister of industry and information technology, Zhang Yunming, said at a January 22 press conference that the number of AI firms exceeded 6000 in 2025, with the core industry expected to surpass 1.2 trillion yuan. The sector highlighted how advanced manufacturing and AI-driven industries provided strong momentum for growth, boosting manufacturing value added by 5.9%.

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Building on 2025's dominance with over 90% global market share, Chinese humanoid robots drew major attention at CES and China's Lunar New Year Gala in early 2026. Tesla's Optimus remains in limited production amid delays, with mass deployment eyed for 2027 or later. Analyst Lian Jye Su highlights China's manufacturing scale while noting U.S. software strengths in the intensifying competition.

Tesla is redirecting resources away from expanding car model variants in China to bolster investments in artificial intelligence, robotics, and energy systems starting in 2026. Global Vice President Tao Lin announced that the company's capital spending will surpass $20 billion globally, with significant focus on China. This shift positions Tesla as a broader technology firm beyond electric vehicles.

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China has set its 2026 economic growth target at 4.5 to 5 percent, striving for better results, as announced in a government work report submitted to the National People's Congress on March 6, 2026—confirming earlier January reports of this range.

Concluding the fourth sessions of China's 14th National People's Congress (NPC) and Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)—which opened earlier in March to deliberate key priorities—the NPC closed on March 12, 2026, in Beijing. Lawmakers approved the government work report, the outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), and several laws, with Xi Jinping and other leaders in attendance.

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Analysts suggest China’s rapid AI adoption may limit the economic fallout from its rapidly ageing population. As fertility rates fall across Asia, sustaining growth with fewer workers poses a daunting challenge. The region’s deep semiconductor, tech hardware, and machinery ecosystems enable faster and cheaper deployment than other regions.

 

 

 

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