Zhang Yu JeniZhang13@163.com THE 27th China Hi-Tech Fair, the nation’s premier technology event, will open its doors from Friday to Sunday at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center in Bao’an District. Spanning 400,000 sqm and expecting over 450,000 visitors, the fair solidifies its role as a crucial global hub for tech innovation and exchange. With 5,000 exhibitors and over 90% of displays being physical, the event is designed for hands-on discovery. Over 60 launch events and roadshows are scheduled, and more than 20% of exhibits will be making their debut — highlighting a strong emphasis on cutting-edge innovation. The fair is organized into 22 dedicated exhibition zones, covering everything from national key devices and AI to semiconductors, consumer electronics, the low-altitude economy, and the commercial aerospace sector. Robotics Pavilion More than 500 companies will showcase a complete robotics industrial chain. Look out for Fourier’s new robotic rehabilitation exoskeleton, Unitree’s B2 quadruped robot, and cutting-edge humanoid robots. Domestic high-precision reducers and servo systems demonstrate local manufacturing strength, while international zones from South Korea and Japan highlight the integration of AI and robots. Don’t miss Friday’s academic forum on AI as a new quality productive force, with sessions on brain-computer interfaces and embodied intelligence. 3E Asia Consumer Electronics Expo This 20,000-sqm immersive zone brings together over 400 leading brands, including Skyworth, Gree, Biel Crystal, VOYAH, Aoni, and UGREEN. A sports tech zone will feature an indoor snow experience and smart bicycles that are redefining urban mobility. Commercial aerospace zone China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp. will showcase system-level products, including Long March rockets, flexible solar wings, and laser communication terminals. The Beijing E-Town zone will present six types of commercial carrier rockets and R&D results on the country’s first reusable rocket. The inaugural aerospace sci-tech achievement transformation forum will take place Friday. Semiconductor zone Leading domestic companies are out in force, including Empyrean, China’s top EDA provider; Unilumin, a global leader in LED displays; Montage Technology, which holds a 36.8% share of the global DDR5 memory interface chips market; Machinery Technology Development Co. Ltd., an expert in intelligent conveying systems;and China Electronics Standardization Institute, a key standardization institute under the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. Energy & charging Companies are introducing revolutionary charging solutions, including PISEN’s flash charging & liquid-cooled ultra-fast charging solution, mobile storage-charging vehicles from CATL-backed firms, and high-power ultra-fast charging systems for ports and heavy trucks. Provincial & intl. pavilions Over 30 Chinese provinces, municipalities, and special administrative regions, including Shandong, Henan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Macao, will display achievements in aerospace, new energy, high-end manufacturing, AI, and semiconductors. The Guangdong Pavilion brings together cities such as Shenzhen, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Zhuhai, and Zhanjiang, presenting the province’s integrated innovation strategy. Whether you’re exploring robotics, aerospace, semiconductors, or smart living, the fair offers a complete window into China’s tech present — and future. Ticketing: 120 yuan (US$17) per ticket Venue: Shenzhen World Convention & Exhibition Center, Bao’an District (深圳國際會展中心). Metro: Line 12 or 20 to Shenzhen World Station (國展站), Exit C1/C2, or to Shenzhen World North Station (國展北站), Exit C1/C2. | 