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China promotes use of domestic robots for elderly
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China promotes use of domestic robots for elderly

Correio da Manhã15 September 2026 at 07:13

The Ministry of Commerce of China and seven other government departments issued on Monday a joint notice establishing the Action Plan for Promoting Smart Domestic Consumption.

The plan aims to promote the use of domestic robots primarily intended for the country's elderly population.

The initiative is part of a broader strategy by the Chinese government to stimulate domestic consumption through smart technology applied to families' daily lives.

With the aging of the Chinese population, the government is seeking technological solutions to assist the elderly in their daily activities.

Why this matters

This initiative directly affects Chinese families with elderly members, who can benefit from robotic assistance for daily care. The plan also signals opportunities for China's domestic technology and robotics sector, indicating a clear policy direction for the development of care solutions for the country's growing elderly population.

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