Robotics Supply Chain: SKF and Leaderdrive signed a China JV deal to make high-precision transmission components for robotic joints, aiming for operations by end-2026 and targeting industrial humanoid robots. Low-Carbon Auto Strategy: Geely laid out a full-lifecycle carbon plan (usage, manufacturing, supply), saying it already hit a 25.5% reduction target by 2025. Semiconductor Expansion: Infineon commissioned a €5bn Smart Power Fab in Dresden, doubling smart power output and boosting Europe’s “Silicon Saxony” chip capacity. E-Commerce Rules: China opened public consultation on draft e-commerce law amendments to broaden oversight beyond platforms, clarify platform-economy duties, and support overseas expansion. India Power Procurement: India granted a two-year tender exemption to four China-linked power equipment firms with local factories for critical grid projects. AI Governance Push: China’s vice president urged building a global AI governance system via the World AI Conference and global governance meeting. Industrial Tourism Boom: China is promoting industrial culture and heritage tourism as factories and industrial parks draw more visitors. Embodied AI at Home: China’s first mass-market embodied AI service robots are being rented by the hour for household chores. Cross-Border Trade: Jiangsu said trade with Latin America and the Caribbean hit $57.2bn in 2025, underscoring China’s regional industrial outreach.