HK 'can become hub for embodied AI robot development'
Financial Secretary Paul Chan said on Monday Hong Kong can play a unique and important role in the development of embodied artificial intelligence. He said the city offers an international application scenario for robots, a thriving research and development ecosystem, as well as financial support. Chan made the remarks at a launch ceremony for the first batch of autonomous retail stores that…
Financial Secretary Paul Chan announced on Monday that Hong Kong has the potential to become a leading hub for the development of embodied artificial intelligence (AI) robots. Chan highlighted the city's international application scenarios, a robust research and development ecosystem, and financial support as key factors. During the launch of the first batch of autonomous retail stores featuring humanoid robots from mainland firm Galbot, Chan emphasized the importance of embracing new technologies to drive innovation.
He pointed out Hong Kong's dense population, which provides ample diverse scenarios, and its high degree of internationalization. Chan also praised Galbot for selecting Hong Kong as the platform to showcase its advanced technologies, marking a crucial step for the firm to expand its international business and disseminate its technology globally.
Chan expressed full support for the application of embodied AI in Hong Kong and commended the city's capabilities in research and development, manufacturing, and intellectual property protection, thanks to its strong connections with the Greater Bay Area. Clara Chan, CEO of Hong Kong Investment Corporation, stated that the government's two-year investment in Galbot has yielded fruitful results and expressed optimism that the advent of embodied AI will contribute to Hong Kong's industrial, economic, and social development.
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