Over 3,500 participants compete in VEX Robotics Asia

More than 3,500 participants from nearly 30 countries and regions gathered in Beijing for the 2025-2026 VEX Robotics Asia Open Signature Event, a contest focused on integrated robotic skills such as robot programming, construction and control.

Held at the Shougang Park in the Chinese capital city’s Shijingshan District from Thursday to Sunday, the event drew 600 teams across age groups from kindergarten to university. Separate divisions allow students of different ages to demonstrate abilities from operating mini robots to designing complex competitive machines.

The VEX Robotics competition has been hosted across many countries, attracting millions of young people each year. It has become an important platform connecting global youth in science, technology and innovation.