The Korean legislature passed a law this week for government support for the development of the intelligent robots industry in South Korea. The article mentions "intelligent robots" being robots that interact with people either through education or helping with daily chores.

Like previous legislation used to help spur technology deployment in Korea:

The new law calls for developing research plans and policies to promote the intelligent robot market as well as creating industrial standards for robotics products.

The law also allows for establishing special investment firms targeting robotics manufacturers.

The Center for Intelligent Robotics has some background material on the intelligent robots industry in Korea.