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IFR: five million industrial robots now operate worldwide
World Robotics 2026 counts more than 600,000 installations in 2025, with China taking 59%.

Prime Minister announces potential RM1 billion AGIBOT investment
The Chinese humanoid maker could invest up to RM1 billion in Malaysia by 2035, creating around 5,000 jobs.

Deputy minister asks MARii to study humanoid supply roles for auto vendors
Malaysia’s roughly 730 automotive vendors share technology with humanoid robots, the deputy minister said.

US adds foreign-made advanced robots to the FCC Covered List
New foreign humanoids and mobile robots from any country, including Malaysia, now need approval before FCC authorisation.

Thailand approves the first humanoid parts plants outside China
Five Chinese component makers will build roller screw, actuator and joint plants worth THB 9.22 billion in the Eastern Economic Corridor.

AGIBOT opens its first overseas experience centre in Shah Alam
The AI World Experience Centre at i-City is a showcase and test site for AGIBOT robots in Southeast Asia.
