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China's Robotics Market Set to Hit $108 Billion by 2028

9/30/2025

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China's Robotics Surge

China's robotics market is projected to reach $108 billion by 2028, growing over 20% annually under Made in China 2025.
In 2024, China installed nearly 300,000 new robots.
Beijing and Shanghai launch humanoid robot training bases to boost AI adoption and standardize training.
China now manufactures nearly 60% of its robots domestically.
This eclipses Japan's prior dominance.

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Manufacturers Urge Tariff Reconsideration

The Commerce Department opened a Sept. 2 national security investigation into robotics imports.
Industry groups led by the National Association of Manufacturers urge tariff reconsideration.
Public comments are due by Oct. 17.
Tariffs could raise costs since over 16% of manufacturing inputs are imported.
The Plastics Industry Association warns tariffs could threaten jobs and undermine U.S. manufacturing.

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China's Robotics Surge

China's robotics market is projected to reach $108 billion by 2028, growing over 20% annually under Made in China 2025.
In 2024, China installed nearly 300,000 new robots.
Beijing and Shanghai launch humanoid robot training bases to boost AI adoption and standardize training.
China now manufactures nearly 60% of its robots domestically.
This eclipses Japan's prior dominance.

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