CCP mouthpiece People’s Daily recently published an article saying that China is a leading force in the innovation of the humanoid robots:
“According to data from Morgan Stanley’s report Humanoid Robot 100: Mapping the Humanoid Robot Value Chain, China has led the world in humanoid robot-related patent applications over the past five years, with a total of 5,688 patents. The United States, Japan, and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) each recorded over 1,000 applications, with 1,483, 1,195, and 1,123 patents, respectively.
“The report also highlights that among the 100 publicly listed companies involved in humanoid robot manufacturing, 73 percent are based in Asia, with China alone accounting for 56 percent.
“Chinese humanoid robot companies follow a development strategy of ‘whole-machine integration and in-house research and development of key components,’ enabling rapid product iteration and industry growth. As a result, new products are emerging rapidly, and there is no significant generational gap in technology compared to foreign counterparts.
“In November 2023, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) issued the Guiding Opinions on Innovative Development of Humanoid Robots, outlining clear development goals. By 2025, the country aims to establish a preliminary innovation system for humanoid robots, achieve breakthroughs in key technologies, and ensure the secure and effective supply of core components. The plan also includes fostering 2–3 globally influential ecosystem enterprises and a group of specialized small and medium-sized enterprises while creating 2–3 industrial clusters. By 2027, China aims to significantly enhance its humanoid robot technology innovation capabilities, establish a secure and reliable industrial supply chain, and build an internationally competitive industrial ecosystem, reaching an advanced global level in overall strength.”
Source: People’s Daily, March 19, 2025
http://world.people.com.cn/n1/2025/0319/c1002-40442021.html