The World Humanoid Robot Games have begun in Beijing, bringing together more than 2,000 humanoid robots for a five-day competition. The event highlights China’s push to develop robotics and artificial intelligence, while providing a public test of how machines perform physical tasks and interact in competitive settings.

The games are expected to feature robots from a range of teams and organisations, competing in events designed to assess movement, coordination and other capabilities. With over 2,000 robots involved, organisers present it as a major showcase for the fast-growing humanoid robotics sector and its potential future applications.