( August 28, 2026, 08:00 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China is warning local governments against blindly rushing into robotics projects, calling for the industry to develop in a healthy and orderly manner based on local resources and industrial strengths. Robotics spans frontier technologies including artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing and new materials, National Development and Reform Commission spokesperson Li Chao said at a press conference Thursday. The agency will develop embodied-intelligence training grounds to expand access to real-world machine data, support the development of visual-language-action and world models and establish common technical standards. It will also use national AI application pilot-testing bases to open real-world scenarios in manufacturing, health care, consumer services and public security, while helping companies move from prototypes to mass production.Excerpts of the statement follow (in Chinese). ...
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