Cornerstone Robotics to Showcase Cutting-Edge Surgical Innovations at Global Health Summit 2026
Hong Kong, July 16, 2026 – Cornerstone Robotics, a pioneering force in the field of surgical robotics headquartered in Hong Kong, has announced its participation in the upcoming 2nd Global Health Summit (GHS 2026), scheduled for August 7-8, 2026, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Professor Samuel Au, the company’s Founder and CEO, will deliver a keynote speech on August 7 from 12:45 to 15:05 HKT, focusing on emerging technological advancements that are revolutionizing the global life sciences and surgical robotics landscape.
Advancing Surgical Robotics: Accessibility, Connectivity, and Intelligent AI Integration
In his keynote titled “The Future of Surgery: Accessibility, Connectivity, and Physical AI in Robotic Surgery,” Professor Au will delve into the transformative trends driving the next generation of surgical robotics. Cornerstone Robotics, recognized as a leader in China’s surgical robotics sector, has developed the Sentire® Endoscopic Surgical System through comprehensive in-house research and development and robust vertical integration. This flagship system has secured regulatory approvals from China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), the European Union Medical Device Regulation (CE MDR), and Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) within the first half of 2026.
Currently deployed in top-tier hospitals across the Asia-Pacific region and Europe, the Sentire® system exemplifies how surgical robotics are evolving beyond precision instruments to become intelligent, collaborative partners in the operating room. Professor Au will use this system as a case study to illustrate how improving technology accessibility, fostering seamless connectivity, and embedding advanced digital capabilities can redefine surgical procedures. These innovations promise to broaden access to high-quality surgical care for patients and healthcare providers worldwide.
CEO’s Vision: Transforming Surgery Through Intelligent Robotics
Professor Samuel Au emphasized, “The Global Health Summit stands as a premier platform for life sciences innovation in the Asia-Pacific region. With rapid progress in robotics, AI, and digital health, surgical robotics is entering a new era-one that transcends mere precision to embrace enhanced accessibility, integrated connectivity, and intelligent systems capable of perception and adaptive learning. This evolution will shift surgical robots from mere tools to intelligent collaborators, fundamentally changing surgical practice. At Cornerstone Robotics, we are dedicated to driving innovation and expanding our global footprint. We eagerly anticipate collaborating with innovators, clinicians, and investors worldwide to advance intelligent surgical solutions that deliver accessible, high-quality care to patients globally.”
About the 2nd Global Health Summit (GHS 2026)
The 2nd Global Health Summit, co-hosted by the Hong Kong Investment Corporation Limited (HKIC) and New Frontier, operates under the theme “Exponential Leap – From Breakthrough Discovery to Global Impact.” The event gathers over 1,000 leading healthcare innovators, investors, and policymakers from around the world, making it one of the most influential life sciences forums in the Asia-Pacific region. For additional details, visit https://www.ghs2026.org.
Cornerstone Robotics: Driving Innovation in Surgical Care
Founded and nurtured in Hong Kong, Cornerstone Robotics (CSR) is a trailblazing surgical robotics unicorn committed to advancing medical technology for global health improvement. The company develops state-of-the-art robotic systems designed to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of surgical care worldwide. With three international R&D centers and six business offices, CSR operates a 30,000-square-meter manufacturing facility in China. Its Sentire® surgical system, developed entirely in-house, has undergone extensive multi-specialty clinical trials and earned regulatory approvals across China, the European Union, and Singapore. This enables CSR to support medical professionals globally and improve patient outcomes through innovative robotic solutions.
Learn more about Cornerstone Robotics at https://en.csrbtx.com/.
Hong Kong Investment Corporation Limited (HKIC): Catalyzing Growth in Strategic Sectors
Established in 2022, HKIC is a government-owned patient capital institution dedicated to fostering sustainable economic and social development in Hong Kong. Employing an “Investment +” strategy, HKIC aims for reasonable medium- to long-term financial returns while stimulating growth in key sectors such as Hard and Core Technology, Biotechnology and Health Technology, and New Energy and Green Technology. To date, HKIC has invested in over 200 projects, leveraging every Hong Kong dollar invested to attract more than eight Hong Kong dollars in long-term capital. For more information, visit https://www.hkic.org.hk.
New Frontier Group: Integrating AI and Healthcare for Comprehensive Patient Care
Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Hong Kong, New Frontier Group is a comprehensive healthcare and life sciences organization focused on technology-driven, patient-centric care. The Group operates across six segments, including integrated clinical healthcare, rehabilitation, home healthcare, health insurance, life sciences, and medical AI. By leveraging synergies among these areas, New Frontier has built a robust healthcare ecosystem that spans digital chronic disease management, primary care, JCI-accredited hospital services, personalized oncology, rehabilitation, and home care. Serving nearly 10 million outpatient visits and 1.5 million inpatient admissions annually across approximately 80 cities in China, the Group employs around 11,000 staff members.
