Core Viewpoint - The competition in humanoid robot development is shifting, with Chinese and American companies taking the lead, while Japan's presence is diminishing in this sector [2][15]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - The humanoid robot market is projected to reach $5 trillion by 2050, with over 1 billion humanoid robots expected to be in operation globally [11]. - The industry is redefining robots as the "body" of AI, indicating a significant shift in their role and application [11]. - Chinese companies are advancing through national strategies and a focus on domestic production of key components, while American firms are entering practical application stages [13]. Group 2: Key Players - Major Chinese companies in humanoid robotics include UTree Technology, UBTECH Robotics, and Zhongqing Robotics [14]. - Notable American companies include Agility Robotics, Tesla, and Boston Dynamics [14]. - Japanese companies, such as Kawasaki Heavy Industries, have a weaker presence in humanoid robotics compared to their industrial robot offerings [15]. Group 3: Technological Advancements - The G1 humanoid robot developed by UTree Technology can assist customers in cafes by taking orders and delivering food, showcasing advanced mobility and interaction capabilities [6]. - The Walker E robot from UBTECH can carry loads of up to 30 kg, indicating its potential use in factories and warehouses [8]. Group 4: Strategic Insights - Japanese companies are encouraged to leverage their strengths in addressing domestic needs, such as elderly care, rather than directly competing with China and the U.S. [15]. - The application of humanoid robots extends beyond manufacturing and logistics to include disaster response and service scenarios, highlighting their versatility [15].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights that Huawei is becoming a central player in China's semiconductor industry, particularly in AI semiconductors, challenging the dominance of Nvidia [5]. - By 2026, Huawei and emerging companies like Cambricon Technology are expected to significantly increase their AI semiconductor shipments, with a forecast of over 1 million units, more than doubling the predictions for 2024 [5]. - The article emphasizes that despite the advancements, China's manufacturing equipment and materials still lag behind the most advanced levels globally [5].

上野动 物园的双胞胎大熊猫"晓晓"（右）和"蕾蕾"（kyodo） 日本内阁官房长官木原稔强调称："通过大熊猫开展的交流，迄今为止也为改善日中两国的国民感情做 出了贡献"，对即将送还中国的两只大熊猫表示："它们长期以来受到许多人的喜爱。衷心祝愿它们在中 国也能健康地生活"…… 由于上野动物园的双胞胎大熊猫"晓晓"和"蕾蕾"将于明年1月送还中国，日本国内约50年来将首次面临 没有大熊猫的局面。对于此事，日本内阁官房长官木原稔在12月15日的记者会上表示："期待通过大熊 猫继续开展交流"。他同时强调："通过大熊猫开展的交流，迄今为止也为改善日中两国的国民感情做出 了贡献"。 木原针对即将送还中国的两只大熊猫表示："它们长期以来受到许多人的喜爱。衷心祝愿它们在中国也 能健康地生活"。 Kyodo 版权声明：日本经济新闻社版权所有，未经授权不得转载或部分复制，违者必究。 日经中文网 https://cn.nikkei.com ...

截至12月14日在香港举行的WTT总决赛（世界乒乓球职业大联盟总决赛）男子单打比赛中，张本智和 首次夺冠。他在这项高水平赛事中接连击败排名更高、此前克制自己的对手，成功突破了三次屈居亚军 的"瓶颈"。12月15日返回日本的张本智和回顾道："这次是以不同于以往的心态去比赛的，让我建立了 信心。" 22岁的张本智和世界排名第5，他在四分之一决赛中打满全场，战胜法国直拍选手勒布伦，半决赛面对 世界排名第2的中国选手林诗栋，也战至决胜局。在决赛中以4比2战胜了巴黎奥运会银牌得主、瑞典选 在WTT总决赛男子单打决赛中，张本智和庆祝夺冠（Getty-Kyodo） 手莫雷加德。 尤其是勒布伦和莫雷加德，两人以旋转变化复杂、出其不意的打法著称，一直让张本智和感到棘手。尽 管张本智和在比赛中多次处于劣势，但他没有选择防守，而是通过不断强化的正手技术多次扭转局面。 他表示："打出了无论从哪里都能实现逆转的比赛"。 谈及2025年，张本智和坦言"遗憾的时刻更多"，比如在抱着最大目标的5月多哈世乒赛止步第三轮。他 把2026年的目标定为春季在澳门举行的乒乓球世界杯上夺冠，表示："希望从1月（的全日本锦标赛）开 始，能够不断夺冠"。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent surge in copper prices, attributing it to a combination of supply shortages and three key factors originating from the United States, with predictions that copper prices may continue to reach historical highs by 2026 [2][4]. Group 1: Factors Influencing Copper Prices - The first factor is the optimistic outlook for the U.S. economy due to interest rate cuts, with the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) predicting further rate reductions in 2026, which supports copper prices as it reflects global economic trends [4][5]. - The second factor is the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), which is expected to increase demand for copper, particularly for data centers. Predictions suggest that copper usage for data centers could grow sixfold by 2050, reaching approximately 3 million tons annually [5][7]. - The third factor is renewed concerns over tariffs imposed by former President Trump, which previously caused copper prices to spike. Discussions about increasing tariffs on copper ingots in the future have led to market speculation and price volatility [7][9]. Group 2: Market Dynamics and Trends - The London Metal Exchange (LME) copper futures have reached their highest levels in over a year, with prices hitting $11,771 per ton, reflecting a significant recovery from the lows experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic [4][8]. - The net long positions in copper futures have reached a nine-month high, indicating strong bullish sentiment among investors, driven by speculation around AI and economic recovery [7][9]. - Despite the strong performance of copper prices, the article notes that the Chinese economy, which accounts for 60% of global copper consumption, remains sluggish due to the real estate downturn, shifting the focus of price movements towards the U.S. market [9].

东京上野动物园的双胞胎大熊猫"晓晓"和"蕾蕾"将于2026年1月下旬被送还中国。目前日本国内仅有这 两只大熊猫，如果没有新租借的大熊猫，日本将半个世纪以来首次没有大熊猫…… 日本经济新闻（中文版：日经中文网）12月15日获悉，东京上野动物园（东京都台东区）的双胞胎大熊 猫"晓晓"和"蕾蕾"将于2026年1月下旬被送还中国。东京都一直要求继续饲养大熊猫，中国方面并未应 允。目前日本国内仅有上野动物园的这两只大熊猫，如果没有新租借的大熊猫，被视为中日友好象征的 大熊猫将是半个世纪以来首次在日本归零。 视频号推荐内容： 为了纪念1972年的中日邦交正常化，大熊猫"康康"和"兰兰"于同年来到上野动物园。自此之后，大熊猫 便被视为中日友好的象征。2024年上野动物园的"力力"和"真真"这对大熊猫夫妇返回中国，2025年6月 娱乐设施"冒险大世界"（和歌山县白浜町）的4只大熊猫也被送还中国。日本国内的大熊猫仅剩下"力 力"和"真真"所生的上野动物园的这对双胞胎。 版权声明：日本经济新闻社版权所有，未经授权不得转载或部分复制，违者必究。 上野动物园的雄性大熊猫"晓晓"（图片由东京动物园协会提供） 日经中文网 https:/ ...

Core Viewpoint - iRobot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to prolonged poor performance and inability to find a buyer, leading to its integration under a Chinese company that is a creditor [2][4]. Group 1: Bankruptcy Filing and Acquisition - iRobot announced its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on December 14, citing long-term poor performance and unsuccessful attempts to find a buyer [2]. - Following court approval, all shares of iRobot will be acquired by Shenzhen-based PICEA Group, which has significant outstanding receivables from iRobot [4]. - iRobot expects to complete the Chapter 11 process by February 2026 and will be delisted from NASDAQ [4]. Group 2: Financial Performance - iRobot's revenue for the period from July to September 2025 decreased by 25% year-on-year, amounting to $145.83 million, with a net loss of $21.52 million compared to a loss of $6.37 million in the same period the previous year [4]. - The company has faced declining market share due to intense price competition from Chinese firms [4]. Group 3: Previous Acquisition Attempts - In 2022, Amazon announced plans to acquire iRobot for approximately $1.7 billion, including the company's debts, but the deal was not approved by antitrust authorities in the EU [5]. - After Amazon abandoned the acquisition in 2024, iRobot has been seeking alternative buyers, but negotiations have not progressed successfully [5].

拿着SHEIN的纸袋的顾客（11月5日，法国巴黎，Reuters） 欧盟成员国在12月12日的部长级会议上决定，从2026年7月开始对此前属于免税对象的150欧元以下的小 额包裹征税。线上购买的所有进口产品中的93%将成为征税对象。 除了欧盟的新规之外，法国在2026年度预算案中加入了对进口包裹征税的内容。在法国参议院审议中， 把政府提出的2欧元增加到5欧元。法国经济与财政部表示，如果实现征税，进口包裹将根据商品的种类 征收欧盟和法国两方的税款。 日本经济新闻（中文版：日经中文网）北松圆香 巴黎 版权声明：日本经济新闻社版权所有，未经授权不得转载或部分复制，违者必究。 日经中文网 https://cn.nikkei.com 欧盟决定从2026年7月开始对此前属于免税对象的150欧元以下的小额包裹征税。继美国取消小额包裹免 税措施后，欧盟也决定对小额包裹征税3欧元。此外，法国正在考虑自主的征税方案…… 各国和地区相继采取了针对SHEIN等中国电商的对策。继美国取消小额包裹免税措施后，欧盟（EU） 也决定对小额包裹征税3欧元。 法国正在考虑自主的征税方案。各国和地区都担心低价中国产品涌入，挤压本国零售企业的盈利等 ...

Core Viewpoint - Japanese animation has gained global popularity due to its unique storytelling, diverse themes, and cultural resonance, making it a significant cultural export for Japan [2][18][23]. Group 1: Popularity and Reach - The "Mela! Mela! Anime Japan!!" event in Delhi attracted over 60,000 attendees, marking a 30% increase from 2024, showcasing the growing interest in Japanese animation in India [2]. - Japanese animation has become a symbol of resistance in countries like Indonesia and Madagascar, indicating its cultural impact beyond entertainment [4]. - A world map illustrates the extensive reach of Japanese animation, with data from Netflix showing its presence in 93 countries, including culturally diverse regions like Morocco and Chile [7]. Group 2: Market Growth - According to Parrot Analytics, global revenue from streaming series reached $18.7 billion in early 2025, with Japanese animation's revenue growing sixfold and its market share doubling to 7.8% [9]. - The popularity of Japanese animation has contributed to the overall growth of the global content market, indicating its significant role in the industry [7]. Group 3: Cultural Impact - Wikipedia page views for Japanese animation works reflect a high level of global interest, with non-English versions seeing significant traffic, particularly in Arabic and Spanish [10][15]. - The diverse themes and unique storytelling in Japanese animation resonate with audiences from various cultural backgrounds, making it appealing to a wide range of viewers [18]. Group 4: Creative Foundations - Over half of Japanese animations are adaptations from manga, which provides a rich source of diverse stories and characters, supported by a robust manga publishing industry [20][22]. - The willingness of Japanese publishers to embrace unique and experimental ideas has led to the creation of relatable content for global audiences [22]. Group 5: Global Recognition - The inclusion of the term "manga" in the Oxford English Dictionary signifies the global acceptance of Japanese cultural content, highlighting its soft power in a world increasingly divided [23][26].

观光巴士预约订单接连被取消（12月9日，大阪府泉佐野市） 11月关西国际机场往返中国的航班数量环比减少10%。截至12月1日，12月计划停运的航班比例最高达 到34%，中国长龙航空停飞了所有航班。在最初的冬季执飞计划中，中国航班在关西国际机场国际航班 总量中的占比高达34%，此次受到的冲击很大。 据关西地区一家旅游巴士包车公司介绍，"业务跌幅堪比新冠疫情时期"。此前持乐观态度的北海道旅游 业也开始出现变化。有调查显示，42.8%的受访企业认为，中国游客谨慎赴日已对日本经济产生"负面 影响"…… 到12月14日，距离中国政府提醒本国公民谨慎赴日过去了整一个月。在与中国经济联系紧密的日本关西 地区，巴士旅游及酒店订单接连被取消，百货商店的销售也受到影响。中日对立加剧导致事态不可避免 地长期化，在这种情况下，日本东北地区及北海道的旅游行业也普遍出现担忧声音。 "11月的预约订单取消了一半以上"，面向外国游客提供观光巴士旅游服务的华瀛国际旅行社代表王先生 表示。该公司运营约20辆包车巴士，大半用户是中国游客。 12月的订单几乎归零。据王先生介绍，"业务跌幅堪比新冠疫情时期"，明年春节的客源也毫无指望。承 接团体巴士旅 ...