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00:02 Report by / Irfan Aftab

Script:

++ATMO UP++ ((dancing robots))

These robots joined China's Lunar New Year celebrations.

They nailed the choreography like seasoned performers.

Crowds were entertained, and impressed - But some still missed the old festival vibe.

++SOT++ Li Bo, Beijing resident (Mandarin) Male
"I think the Spring Festival Gala nowadays is quite different from before. There are a lot more robot performances. Our technology in this area is relatively advanced and quite developed, which is great. But I still feel it lacks a bit of the New Year atmosphere. It’s not as enjoyable as when I was little watching the Gala."

((Robots in fair)
As the Year of the Horse begins, China is blending tradition with innovation.

Across Beijing, tech‑themed temple fairs give robots center stage.

Humanoid robots are performing different activities with less human intervention. 

++SOT++ Hao Guizhen, Beijing resident (Mandarin) Female
"It's (AI-powered robots) the direction of society. I think it will benefit both the elderly and young people, as well as society as a whole. The services for the elderly in the future will be well provided."

((robots in malls)
And there’s a bigger message: China isn’t just showing off holiday fun - it's showcasing hi‑tech ambition.

It wants the world to see a country not only making the products, 
but also inventing the next generation of humanoid machines.

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