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14-05-2025
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ME&CA Teams to Compete in Huawei ICT CompetitionFinal
Home » Tech Value Chain » Global Brands » ME&CA Teams to Compete in Huawei ICT Competition Global Final Following the conclusion of the 2024–2025 Middle East and Central Asia (ME&CA) ICT Competition regional finals in Riyadh last December, Huawei has announced that 16 winning teams from nine countries are set to compete at the Huawei ICT Competition Global Final. The global event will take place in May 2025 in Shenzhen, China. Huawei confirmed that the selected teams include students who excelled in the Network, Cloud, and Computing tracks during the regional stage. These students will now compete against international teams for global awards, medals, Huawei products, trophies, and e-certificates. Phillip Gan, President of Huawei Middle East and Central Asia, stated that the competition plays a vital role in regional ICT talent development. He added that ME&CA teams have consistently performed well at the global level and expressed confidence in this year's participants. The delegation includes grand prize winners from Jordan (Network track) and Lebanon (Cloud and Computing tracks). First-prize winners from Kazakhstan (Network and Computing) and Iraq (Cloud) are also set to participate. Huawei further confirmed that an instructor from Iraq will join the delegation, in recognition of the role educators play in mentoring future ICT professionals. Huawei reported that special awards will also be presented at the global finals, including: Green Development Award , for promoting environmental and social sustainability through technology. , for promoting environmental and social sustainability through technology. TECH4ALL Digital Inclusion Award , for bridging the digital divide in areas such as education, health, and the environment. , for bridging the digital divide in areas such as education, health, and the environment. Women in Tech Award, to recognize exceptional female participants and encourage diversity in the tech sector. In line with its ongoing commitment to ICT education, Huawei also announced the upcoming launch of the 'T.H.E. GOLD Talent' program in 2025. The initiative aims to develop AI talent in the region by offering advanced training focused on solving complex industrial problems. Now in its ninth global edition, the Huawei ICT Competition has become a key platform for discovering and nurturing young digital talent. The 2024–2025 ME&CA competition saw record participation, with over 31,000 students from 640 universities and colleges across 19 countries. Huawei reaffirmed that the competition continues to strengthen the region's position in global digital innovation and talent development.
Mid East Info
13-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
16 Middle East and Central Asia Teams Set to Compete in Huawei ICT Competition Global Final 2024-2025 in China
Teams from 9 countries, including Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Qatar, KSA, Bahrain, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan, to represent the ME&CA region at the prestigious global technology competition in Shenzhen. Huawei ME&CA 2024-2025 ICT Competition Regional Final Awarding Ceremony Middle East, May, 2025: Following the successful conclusion of the 2024-2025 Middle East and Central Asia (ME&CA) ICT Competition regional finals held in Riyadh last December, 16 winning teams from 9 countries across the region are now preparing to showcase their talents at the Huawei ICT Competition Global Final, scheduled to take place in May 2025 in Shenzhen, China. The teams, comprising students who excelled in Network, Cloud, and Computing tracks during the regional finals, will compete against international counterparts for prestigious global recognition and awards. The global competition will see top-performing teams receiving awards, medals, trophies, Huawei products and e-certificates. Phillip Gan, President of Huawei Middle East and Central Asia, said, 'The Huawei ICT Competition has remained a pivotal milestone in the region's ICT talent development efforts. The Middle East and Central Asia region has established a proud tradition of excellence at the global finals. Year after year, our regional teams demonstrate outstanding capabilities on the world stage, and we are hopeful this new cohort of talented students continues that legacy. These young innovators embody the technical expertise and creative thinking that will drive digital transformation in their respective nations.' The ME&CA delegation includes grand prize winners from the regional finals: the Jordan team in the Network track and two teams from Lebanon for the Cloud and Computing tracks. First-prize winners from Kazakhstan (Network and Computing tracks) and Iraq (Cloud track) will also participate in the global competition. Additionally, a distinguished instructor from Iraq will join the delegation, reflecting Huawei's commitment to recognizing the pivotal role educators play in developing the next generation of ICT professionals. The teams will also compete for various special recognition awards: Green Development Award: Recognizes contestants' ability to drive environmental protection and social sustainability through technology, applications, and expertise. This award aligns with Huawei's commitment to environmentally friendly and low-carbon progress in the industry. TECH4ALL Digital Inclusion Award: Honors participants who develop innovative technology and applications that bridge the digital divide in education, environment, health, and development, supporting Huawei's TECH4ALL initiative committed to building an inclusive and sustainable digital world for all. Women in Tech Award: Recognizes and encourages outstanding women participating in the competition, aiming to inspire more women to join technology innovation and contribute to building a more inclusive and diverse society. As part of the ongoing commitment to digital talent development in the Middle East and Central Asia, Huawei is preparing to launch its 'T.H.E. GOLD Talent' program in the region in 2025. This initiative aims to deepen the cultivation of AI talent through advanced courses focused on solving complex industrial scenarios, further enhancing the skills of promising ICT professionals in ME&CA countries. The Huawei ICT Competition, now in its ninth year globally, has established itself as a premier platform for nurturing digital talent. The 2024-2025 ME&CA regional competition witnessed unprecedented participation, with over 31,000 student registrations from 640 universities and colleges across 19 countries, underlining its significance in the regional technology education landscape. About Huawei: Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have more than 208,000 employees, and we operate in more than 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our Vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they're at home, in the office, or on the go.
