China is emerging as a global leader in humanoid robot manufacturing. The nation's scale and cost reduction strategies are alarming international competitors. This trend mirrors China's dominance in solar panels and electric vehicles. Governments worldwide are considering the economic implications of affordable Chinese robots. The robotics race is far from settled, with innovation still key.

The LexisNexis study identified a ‘clear shift towards China’ in the humanoid robot race, with the US falling behind.

The Trump administration on Tuesday unveiled bans that target imports of new Chinese robots and power inverters, seeking to protect the US AI buildout from national security…