Executive tour · China · 29 November–4 December 2026
Experience China Speed
Go beyond the headlines and explore China’s technology ecosystem first-hand—from AI platforms and foundation models to autonomous mobility, humanoid robotics and smart manufacturing. See what the pace of innovation could mean for your next partnership, investment or market opportunity.
Six days across Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen, with a planned group of 20–25 leaders. Organised by Jee Chee Ren and guided by Rich Robinson.
Referral partnership: Humanoids Daily earns a commission on bookings we refer. The tour is operated by Jee Chee Ren (Inner Circles Limited), not Humanoids Daily.
Come back with more than a China story.
Build a sharper point of view, better-informed priorities and relationships that can shape your next move across AI, robotics and advanced industry.
01
See
Explore how robotics, AI and advanced manufacturing are being put to work on the ground.
02
Understand
Examine how China’s technology ecosystem moves from innovation to commercial deployment.
03
Connect
Meet people building the ecosystem and exchange perspectives with fellow founders, investors and technology leaders.
04
Identify
Explore potential partnerships, investment opportunities and routes into the Chinese market.
Potential company visits
Six perspectives on China’s technology ecosystem
Humanoid robotics is one part of a broader programme spanning AI, mobility, manufacturing and autonomous machines.
Potential company visits are subject to final company availability and programme confirmation. The current visit shortlist is available on request.
01
AI Platforms
JD.com · Tencent
Logistics intelligence, digital ecosystems and real-world AI infrastructure.
02
Autonomous Mobility
WeRide · Pony.ai
Robotaxis, L4 autonomy and intelligent vehicles at real-world scale.
04
Smart Industry
Xiaomi EV Factory · Meituan
Smart manufacturing, drones and autonomous delivery.
05
Frontier Models
Moonshot AI · 01.AI
Foundation models, AI agents and enterprise intelligence.
06
Autonomous Machines
EHang · Pudu Robotics
eVTOL, service robotics and intelligent automation.
Three cities. A closer view of the industry.
01 / 29 Nov–1 Dec
Beijing
Start at the AI frontier.
Welcome dinner on arrival, followed by four curated company visits across 30 November and 1 December.
Evening 1 Dec · Fly to Guangzhou
02 / 2 Dec
Guangzhou
See scale in action.
Two company visits focused on manufacturing, mobility and commercial execution.
Evening 2 Dec · High-speed rail to Shenzhen
03 / 3–4 Dec
Shenzhen
Go deep on hardware.
Four company visits across the city’s robotics and technology ecosystem.
4 Dec · Programme concludes by 5pm
The itinerary is tentative. Specific company visits and activities depend on host availability and are not guaranteed. City imagery supplied in Jee Chee Ren’s tour deck.
What you’ll explore
How robotics, AI and advanced manufacturing are moving into real operations—and what that could mean for your business. The programme combines visits, executive briefings and conversations with a planned group of 20–25 participants.
Your guide
Rich Robinson
Clinical Professor of Entrepreneurship
Guanghua School of Management, Peking University
Entrepreneur, investor and advisor with 25 years of experience living and working in China. Rich has founded and helped build technology businesses and mentors founders through SOSV’s HAX and Orbit accelerators.
He is also co-founder and Founding Chair of the Intercognitive Foundation, focused on embodied AI, and an advisory board member of the USC US-China Institute.
Ask the organiser about the latest confirmed itinerary and the people you’ll meet.
Programme fee
US$10,000 per person · standard rate
Humanoids Daily referral offer
Available during 12–26 October 2026 inclusive: five referred seats at US$8,500 per person and a further ten at US$9,000 per person, subject to availability. The standard rate is US$10,000 per person.
Full payment secures a discounted seat; an enquiry does not reserve a seat or lock in a price. Jee Chee Ren confirms remaining availability, the payment deadline and your final quote before booking.
Included in the programme
- Inter-city travel within the three-city itinerary
- Accommodation, selected meals and welcome dinner
- Curated visits and executive briefings
- Interpretation and ground coordination
- Pre-tour readiness briefing and visa invitation letter
International flights, visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included. Confirm cancellation terms and visa requirements with the organiser before paying.
Take the next step
Talk to the organiser
Tell Jee Chee Ren a little about your interests. Their team will follow up with the itinerary, availability and booking information.
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