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Economy & Trade April 19, 2026 220 stories in this edition

Minor missteps aside, China’s droid half-marathon showcases major strides in robotics

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Minor missteps aside, China’s droid half-marathon showcases major strides in robotics

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Explore China's humanoid robot half-marathon, detailing advancements in robotics despite minor missteps, and the country's leadership in the field. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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China is keen to stake its position both as an early adopter and leader in humanoid robots.

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