Chinese Military Integrates Advanced Robotics and Unmanned Systems in Logistics and EOD Drills

In January 2025, a regiment under the PLA Xinjiang Military Command conducted a logistics support exercise in a secret plateau region, where both personnel and unmanned systems collaborated to overcome obstacles. The exercise showcased an array of intelligent technologies, including exoskeletons, robot dogs, and drones, which were deployed to ensure supplies reached their destination despite challenging terrain and sabotaged roads. A notable image from the event depicted a soldier alongside a robot dog tasked with transporting boxes of supplies.

In a related development, an explosive ordnance disposal drill took place on an island in the Bohai Bay, led by a maritime defense engineering unit under the PLA Northern Theater Command. The exercise involved the use of a drone outfitted with a high-power laser to detect and neutralize explosives remotely. This approach allowed the unit to conduct EOD operations from a safe distance while significantly reducing the time and manpower traditionally required. Military experts have noted that such technological advancements not only support combat operations but also improve the efficiency and safety of logistical and non-combat missions, reflecting China’s broader modernization strategy within its armed forces.