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HTX will launch the Home Team Humanoid Robotics Centre (H2RC) in September, where it will co-develop humanoid robots with partners and let officers test prototypes and create new operational concepts.

“It is different from commercial humanoids built for general-purpose use,” he said.

“H2RC will train humanoid robots with skills specially for Home Team operational scenarios with high risks. Examples include hazardous material response and fire safety.”

In his speech, Mr Shanmugam said that such capabilities cannot be built in isolation, and emphasised the need for deep partnerships with trusted governments, industry leaders and research institutions.

He noted that Singapore already works with other countries on multiple fronts, such as mobile technology, cloud technology and electric vehicles.

“The strong international presence here today reflects a mutual understanding that the challenges we face are shared and the solutions have to be built in cooperation with trusted countries as well as organisations,” said Mr Shanmugam.