From smart manufacturing to advanced robotics, China’s excellence in engineering and innovation is redefining the future of technology.
Experience the heart of China’s technology revolution—where AI, robotics and intelligent systems come to life. Through curated site visits, leadership dialogues and peer networking, explore how organisations across the Greater Bay Area are orchestrating human talent, autonomous systems, robotics, and AI agents into new operating models, products, services, and public infrastructure.
12 - 16 May 2026
Shenzhen
As a city built on rapid innovation and agile experimentation, Shenzhen hosts one of the world’s most dynamic ecosystems for robotics, smart devices and AI-driven automation—it is a living laboratory where digital intelligence meets real-world application.
What you can experience:
Visit to BYD HQ
Explore BYD's advances in automotive design and intelligent manufacturing, including EV platforms, intelligent body control systems, battery technologies and smart production lines. The programme also covers BYD’s new energy ecosystem—generation, storage and vehicle-to-grid—as well as BYD Electronics’ precision manufacturing and integrated solutions. Next, engage BYD’s AI and autonomy experts to discuss AI-enabled product development and manufacturing, and the application of autonomous systems at scale.
Visit to Huawei Campus
Step into Huawei's Shenzhen Bantian Campus to learn how the company is advancing AI, including agent-based systems and embodied intelligence, and applying these at scale to drive intelligent transformation across industries. Hear from senior technical leaders at Huawei on the company’s AI strategy, agentic and embodied AI developments, and experience live demos of Huawei’s HarmonyOS AI Assistant XiaoYi, autonomous vehicle and intelligent cockpit systems.
Visit to UBTECH Robotics
UBTECH is a global AI and robotics company recognised for its humanoid and service robots. At its HQ, observe live demonstrations of humanoid robots performing tasks across different industries such as education, logistics, hospitality or public service highlighting advances in perception, mobility and safety systems, and engage company experts on how data collection, simulation and model training improve robotic capability while managing operational risks.
Dialogue with Longgang District AI (Robotics) Administration
Longgang District has established China’s first district-level government body dedicated to AI and robotics industry development. Working closely with ecosystem partners, it enables access to data, computing power, AI models and specialised infrastructure, while anchoring high-quality manufacturing capabilities. The district has also launched flagship initiatives such as the AI and Robotics 6S Stores and the Robot Theatre, real-world platforms for demonstration, testing and commercialisation. Connect with district leaders to learn how they prioritise and scale AI and robotics use cases, and promote ecosystem development.
Shenzhen Global AI Expo (GAIE) 2026
Visit the 7ᵗʰ Shenzhen Global AI Expo and the World AI Device Expo 2026 and explore its six major zones: next-generation AI devices, embodied intelligence & humanoid robots, large models & industry application solutions, core technologies & components, smart & digital cities and innovation & startups. Get the latest on how global AI ecosystem players like Huawei, Tencent, Baidu, NVIDIA and many more are positioning "agents and machines" in enterprise-ready offerings.
Dialogue with EngineAI
EngineAI is a fast-growing humanoid and embodied AI robotics company developing full-stack systems that combine perception, motion control and intelligent decision-making. It has moved beyond prototypes to run pilots across education, services and light industrial settings, and is now scaling up towards mass production of its T800 humanoid platform. Through a dialogue, explore how China’s robotics industry advances through rapid experimentation, real-world piloting and continuous iteration.
Guangzhou
Delegates can look forward to an enriching site visit experience at XPENG's Smart Factory in Guangzhou to learn more about next-generation mobility and infrastructure.
What you can experience:
Visit to XPENG Smart Factory
Explore how XPENG has evolved from a smart EV maker into a broader "physical AI" platform with a portfolio that spans cars, robotaxis, humanoid robots and flying vehicles. Participants will tour XPENG’s smart manufacturing facility and observe how robotics, automation and people collaborate to deliver speed, scale and quality; and engage with senior XPENG executives on its strategic vision, technology roadmap and long-term competitive positioning.
World Expo 2025
Explore tomorrow’s innovations today
The CIO Workshop will include access to World Expo 2025, hosted in Osaka.
World Expo 2025 focuses on "Designing future society for our lives", showcasing cutting-edge solutions in sustainability, AI, and connectivity. Countries and industries from around the world will present their latest technologies and innovations that are shaping the future.
At the expo, you can participate in guided visits or freely explore pavilions for immersive experiences such as:
NTT's vision of a connected future with next-generation communication technologies
The Federation of Electric Power Companies' sustainable energy future
Pasona Group's revolutionary workplace solutions
Iida Group x Osaka Metro University’s revolutionary urban solutions
Panasonic's human-centric living solutions and smart city innovations
Mitsubishi Sumitomo's blueprint for industrial transformation
Yoshimoto Kogyo's creative integration of technology in entertainment
Tamayama Digital Tech’s breakthrough digital innovations
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Kyoto
Site visits and networking programmes
In Kyoto, CIO Workshop delegates can explore cutting-edge innovations in AI, healthcare, and life sciences—sectors where Japan excels—while networking with the city's agile startup ecosystem, known for rapid experimentation and iterative innovation.
Visits include:
Leading Japanese healthcare technology manufacturer
Visit a high-tech manufacturing facility where AI and robotics are revolutionising medical device manufacturing and quality control.
Kyoto University
Explore cutting-edge R&D and innovation labs at Kyoto University and participate in panel discussions to gain insights into commercialising AI and life sciences innovations.
Kyoto Startup Ecosystem
Participate in a networking programme at the Kyoto Open Innovation Café and engage with founders whose ventures are:
Revolutionising medical imaging and healthcare documentation through AI
Transforming environmental monitoring with real-time biodiversity data analysis
Pioneering AI-powered solutions for manufacturing optimisation
Creating innovative AI infrastructure for enterprise deployment
Developing next-generation wearable IoT platforms for healthcare applications
Osaka
Site visits and networking programmes
In addition to visiting World Expo 2025, CIO Workshop delegates can explore Osaka, a city renowned for its inventions and craftsmanship. Historically the centre of manufacturing ingenuity in Japan, Osaka is now an epicentre for life sciences and pharmaceutical research.
Sessions and site visits you can be a part of:
Osaka Super City
Learn from a key agency driving Osaka’s smart city initiatives, reimagining public services through digital transformation, revolutionising urban planning through data-driving insights, and enhancing smart infrastructure for urban living.
Nakanoshima Qross
Visit a state-of-the-art life sciences complex where cutting-edge research meets commercial innovation. See how industry leaders are integrating AI and automation to accelerate drug discovery and development whilst maintaining rigorous
quality standards.
Advanced Telecommunication Research Institute
Discover innovative technologies that combine next-gen exoskeletons, neuroscience, AI, and robotics to assist older adults in daily life and rehabilitation. Also, explore cybernetic avatar platforms that transform large-scale communications.