The 2025 China International Welfare Expo and China International Rehabilitation Expo was held from September 12 to 14 at the National Convention Center, showcasing new achievements in the “Beijing Model” of technology-assisted disability support. In the carefully designed Beijing exhibition area, visitors were provided with an immersive, multi-dimensional experience of technology-assisted disability support through scenographic and interactive displays.

Welfare Expo Beijing exhibition area.

At this Welfare Expo, the Beijing Disabled Persons’ Federation participated under the theme “Technology-Assisted Disability Support, Shared Well-being,” deeply integrating high technology with the needs of persons with disabilities. The exhibition included three sections: Technology-Assisted Disability Support Achievements, “Internet + Assistive Device Services,” and Smart Home Accessibility Environment, featuring 29 assistive products from 25 companies. It was reported that among these, wearable smart artificial larynxes and brain-controlled rehabilitation robots were unveiled to the public for the first time.

Technology-Assisted Disability Support Achievements exhibition area.

Technology-Assisted Disability Support Achievements exhibition area.

The Beijing Technology-Assisted Disability Support Achievements exhibition area brought together assistive products from high-tech companies such as LLVision and iFlytek, including AR subtitle glasses, subtitle-assisted listening devices, and intelligent brain-computer systems, demonstrating innovative achievements in technology-assisted disability support.

The “Internet + Assistive Device Services” exhibition area used touchscreens and computers to display assistive device policies and the services of the online assistive device platform, providing on-site registration, assistive device applications, and purchasing services for persons with disabilities. The Smart Home Accessibility Environment exhibition area focused on showcasing the application scenarios of accessible environments in homes.

“We regard the research, development, and application of technology-assisted disability support as a crucial support for promoting the high-quality development of the cause of persons with disabilities. We were the first in the country to establish a subsidy system for assistive devices covering all types of disabilities and all age groups, and we created an ‘Internet +’ comprehensive service platform.” The Beijing Disabled Persons’ Federation explained that high-tech products such as AR glasses and subtitle set-top boxes are dynamically included in the platform’s subsidy catalog, allowing persons with disabilities to purchase assistive devices at favorable prices. To date, the platform has served 470,000 persons with disabilities, with over 1.27 million assistive devices applied for.

“Moving forward, we will continue to deepen the ‘Beijing Model’ of technology-assisted disability support, contributing to the high-quality development of the capital and the comprehensive development of the cause of persons with disabilities.”

This expo focused on technology-assisted disability support, featuring exhibition areas for mobility aids, prosthetics and orthotics, auditory and speech rehabilitation/low vision, children’s rehabilitation, elderly care and accessibility facilities, medical equipment/rehabilitation equipment, and more, with a total area of 22,000 square meters. Over 400 domestic and international exhibitors, including assistive device manufacturers and service agencies, displayed advanced products, equipment, and technologies related to clothing, food, housing, transportation, daily use, medical care, education, and entertainment.

National Convention Center

The National Convention Center is a modern convention and exhibition venue that opened in 2015 in Beijing, China. It was built to host major international events, most notably the 2014 APEC summit, and continues to be a premier location for large-scale conferences and exhibitions in Asia.

Beijing Disabled Persons’ Federation

The Beijing Disabled Persons’ Federation is a government-organized body established to protect the rights and promote the welfare of people with disabilities in China’s capital. It was created as part of a nationwide network following the formation of the China Disabled Persons’ Federation in 1988. The organization works to implement policies, provide services, and foster a more inclusive society for disabled citizens in Beijing.

LLVision

LLVision is a Chinese augmented reality (AR) technology company, not a physical place or historical cultural site. Founded in 2016, it specializes in developing AR smart glasses and software platforms for enterprise and industrial applications. Its history is rooted in the recent wave of innovation within China’s tech industry.

iFlytek

iFlytek is a leading Chinese technology company specializing in artificial intelligence and speech recognition, founded in 1999. It has played a significant role in advancing voice-based AI technologies and intelligent systems in China. The company is known for developing popular applications and platforms that integrate AI into daily life and various industries.

AR subtitle glasses

AR subtitle glasses are a modern technological innovation rather than a traditional place or cultural site. They are wearable devices that use augmented reality to display real-time subtitles or translations directly in the user’s field of vision. This technology is designed to assist individuals with hearing impairments and to overcome language barriers in various settings.

subtitle-assisted listening devices

Subtitle-assisted listening devices are not a physical place or cultural site, but rather a technological tool used to enhance accessibility. They are commonly provided in venues like theaters, cinemas, and museums to deliver synchronized captions for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Their development is part of a broader movement to make public spaces and cultural experiences more inclusive.

intelligent brain-computer systems

“Intelligent brain-computer systems” refers to a modern technological field rather than a physical place or historical cultural site. This discipline focuses on developing direct communication pathways between the brain and external devices, emerging primarily through 21st-century advances in neuroscience and artificial intelligence. These systems represent the cutting edge of human-computer interaction research rather than having a traditional historical background.

AR glasses

AR glasses are a modern wearable technology that overlays digital information onto the user’s real-world view. While early concepts existed in the 1960s, they gained significant commercial attention with Google Glass in 2013 and have since evolved for enterprise, industrial, and consumer applications.