AiMOGA humanoid robot presents osmanthus bouquet to Ban Ki-moon

Former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon visited Chery’s AiMOGA Robotics facility in Wuhu, China, where the company’s humanoid robot Mornine presented him with an osmanthus bouquet wrapped in traditional Chinese calligraphy. The visit highlights China’s growing integration of cultural diplomacy with advanced robotics technology, as domestic manufacturers like AiMOGA position themselves as ambassadors for cross-cultural dialogue through intelligent automation.

What you should know: AiMOGA Robotics orchestrated a carefully choreographed demonstration that blended Eastern hospitality with cutting-edge technology for the distinguished visitor.

• Mornine, the company’s humanoid robot, presented Ban Ki-moon with golden osmanthus flowers wrapped in paper featuring Wang Xizhi’s famous calligraphy work “Preface to the Poems Collected from the Orchid Pavilion.”
• The gift carried symbolic meaning, as “gui” (osmanthus) sounds like “noble” in Chinese, representing respect and friendship.
• AiMOGA’s quadruped robot Argos also participated, carrying chocolates to add warmth to the interaction.

The big picture: This visit represents AiMOGA’s expanding role in Chery’s global Environmental, Social, and Governance strategy, positioning robotics as cultural ambassadors.

• In August, AiMOGA’s humanoid robot served as an “Ambassador for Educational Friendship” during Chery’s education initiative in Johannesburg, South Africa.
• The company is leveraging multilingual, cross-cultural interaction capabilities to support international outreach programs.
• Ban Ki-moon’s role as Chery Global ESG Honorary Advisor reflects international recognition of Chinese enterprises advancing sustainability initiatives.

Key details: The visit included substantive discussions about the future of intelligent manufacturing and global cooperation.

• Ban Ki-moon and Chery International President Zhang Guibing held talks on embodied-intelligence research and development, global industrial deployment, and future partnerships.
• Chery Chairman Yin Tongyue emphasized that “ESG is the core of sustainable development” and committed to continuing collaboration with international organizations.
• The company is extending its industrial reach from automobiles to humanoid robots as part of its broader intelligent manufacturing strategy.

What they’re saying: Company leadership positioned the visit as validation of their technology-driven approach to social responsibility.

• “Chery will continue working with international organizations to promote low-carbon technologies and social-impact initiatives, fulfilling its responsibility as a global corporate citizen,” said Yin Tongyue.
• An interpreter explained the cultural significance: “This gift, blending traditional art with modern craftsmanship, conveys AiMOGA Robotics’ heartfelt wishes to humanity.”