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China's humanoid robots take center stage for Lunar New Year showtime

Published on 18 Feb 2026 4:49:13 PM

China's most-watched TV show, the annual CCTV Spring Festival gala, on Monday (February 16) showcased the country's cutting-edge industrial policy and Beijing's push to dominate humanoid robots and the future of manufacturing.

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China's most-watched TV show, the annual CCTV Spring Festival gala, on Monday (February 16) showcased the country's cutting-edge industrial policy and Beijing's push to dominate humanoid robots and the future of manufacturing.

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