Reuters Reports Local Governments May Cover 80%–90% of Initial Investment in Robot Projects

Reuters reported on September 21, citing people familiar with the matter, that in some robot data collection centers and joint venture projects local governments may bear 80%–90% of the initial investment, and that project orders can support company valuations and help them reach the listing threshold; regulators are examining whether this represents genuine demand.

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2026-10-13 22:08 · 10月9日，中共中央、国务院公布《关于发展新质生产力的意见》，警告地方勿脱实向虚搞泡沫化，对盲目投资造成重大损失者严肃追责。

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Sayings · 2026-10-13 22:00 On October 9, the CCP Central Committee and the State Council released the "Opinions on Developing New Quality Productive Forces," warning localities not to turn from the real economy to virtual speculation and create bubbles, and vowing to hold those whose blind investments cause major losses strictly accountable.

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