Latin American Stakeholders Reach Broad Consensus on Advancing Sinology
LIMA, Peru, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a news report from iQingdao:
Sinology and China studies in Latin America will play an increasingly important academic role
The 3rd Congress of Latin American Sinologists was successfully held in Lima, the capital of Peru, from September 15 to 17, 2026, local time. Representatives from academic, educational, diplomatic, think-tank and business communities in more than 10 Latin American countries, including Peru, Mexico, Chile and Argentina, gathered for in-depth discussions under the theme "From Dialogue to Convergence: Institutionalization, Connectivity, and Common Horizons between Latin America and China." The congress forged broad consensus among Latin American stakeholders on advancing Sinology and China studies. It officially launched the Latin American Sinology Think Tank (LACT), announced the establishment of the Latin American Young Sinologists Academic Alliance, and confirmed that the fourth congress will be held in Mexico City.
An exhibition of Qingdao's intangible cultural heritage and creative products was held during the congress, highlighting the integration of traditional ICH techniques with contemporary creative design. It featured a carefully selected range of Qingdao products, including traditional handicrafts, folk-culture-inspired creations and contemporary design products. The exhibits combined the legacy of traditional culture with contemporary creativity and aesthetics. The exhibition attracted many Latin American participants, who stopped to view the works and exchange ideas. The distinctive ICH creations and cultural elements reflecting Qingdao's mountain-and-sea character gave international guests a direct sense of the appeal of fine traditional Chinese culture and the vitality of Qingdao's local culture.
The congress provided a systematic review of the growing interest in China studies across Latin America in recent years and marked a milestone in the region's transition from fragmented exploration to coordinated development in Sinology. As the consensus reached at the congress is translated into action, dedicated platforms begin operating and regional networks continue to expand, Sinology and China studies in Latin America will play an increasingly important academic role in promoting mutual learning between Chinese and Latin American civilizations and supporting shared development across the Global South.
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3rd Congress of Latin American Sinologists Concludes in Lima
SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TENNIIX, an official sponsor of the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Finals, unveiled TENNIIX ULTRA MAX, an embodied AI tennis robot jointly developed by Shenzhen Enhanced Power Technology Co., Ltd. and LimX Dynamics. The demonstration brought together advanced tennis intelligence and robotic mobility to explore a new model of sports training.
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On court with Chinese tennis player Wang Qiang, ULTRA MAX delivered challenging topspin shots and high, deep looping balls, varying placement to move her around the court. The demanding exchanges highlighted the system's ball quality and ability to create sustained pressure, giving even a professional player a challenging workout.
ULTRA MAX integrates the TENNIIX PRO AI tennis training system with LimX Dynamics' TRON 2 mobility platform. TENNIIX provides perception and decision-making capabilities that operate without external sensing equipment. Its system tracks ball trajectories, spin and landing points, detects player positioning and movement, and receives training instructions through intelligent voice interaction. Adaptive AI adjusts subsequent deliveries based on the quality of players' returns, generating varied patterns including fast serves, short balls, heavy topspin and slices.
LimX Dynamics contributes a wheeled-leg robotic platform supporting multidirectional movement, turning, rapid stops and stable positioning. Its adjustable structure enables delivery heights from 1.2 to 1.6 meters, combining movement and height variation for more dynamic practice.
Together, these technologies point toward a shift from preset ball-feeding drills to responsive training that challenges players' movement, shot selection and consistency.
TENNIIX's broader ambition is to make the benefits of AI tangible in everyday sport. By addressing difficulties such as finding an available, suitably matched practice partner, the company aims to give more players access to engaging, adaptable training. Future deployment of ULTRA MAX across tennis clubs and facilities is intended to complement coaching, expand practice opportunities and improve the on-court experience.
Both companies are based in Shenzhen, drawing on the city's robotics and engineering ecosystem. ULTRA MAX is also planned for exhibition during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings, showcasing how embodied AI can move from technology demonstrations into practical sports applications.
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TENNIIX Unveils Embodied AI Tennis Robot at Billie Jean King Cup Finals, Advancing a New Era of Tennis Training
