Humanoid robots to train in China’s first droid-friendly city zone

China is establishing its first robot-friendly urban demonstration zone in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, to advance the integration of humanoid robots into everyday city life. Unveiled at the 2025 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area AI and Robotics Industry Conference, the Guangdong Embodied Intelligence Training Ground “1+1+N” framework aims to create coordinated training grounds for embodied intelligent robots. The framework includes a main provincial training ground, a management center, and the Shenzhen Embodied Intelligence Demonstration Zone, where robots will move from controlled environments to real-world urban settings. Multiple specialized sub-training grounds across cities and sectors will collaborate with local governments and industries to address practical challenges and foster innovation, accelerating the development and deployment of humanoid robots in manufacturing, public services, and other fields. Guangdong Province has become a national leader in robotics and AI, supported by strong manufacturing capabilities and targeted policies promoting innovation. Recent government measures include financial incentives and initiatives to boost core technology breakthroughs and expand application scenarios.