MENA Talent Heads to China for Huawei ICT Global Final
Sixteen teams from the Middle East and Central Asia region are set to compete against global peers in the upcoming Huawei ICT Competition Global Final 2024-2025 in China, showcasing regional talent in cutting-edge technology fields. The competition highlights Huawei's commitment to developing the future ICT workforce.
Key Details
A total of 16 teams from 11 countries across the Middle East and Central Asia region have qualified for the global final of the Huawei ICT Competition 2024-2025. These teams emerged victorious from national and regional rounds that saw participation from over 25,000 students across 650 universities. The final will take place in China.
The qualified countries from the region include:
Saudi Arabia
Pakistan
Kazakhstan
Qatar
UAE
Bahrain
Jordan
Lebanon
Iraq
Oman
Kuwait
Students competed in three main tracks: Network, Cloud, and Computing, demonstrating their proficiency in these critical areas of information and communication technology.
Competition Focus & Objectives
The Huawei ICT Competition is designed to promote ICT knowledge and skills among university students globally. It serves as a platform for talent development, encouraging innovation and practical application of technology. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry demands, cultivating a skilled workforce ready for the digital future. Participating students gain valuable experience, networking opportunities, and recognition on a global stage.
Regional Success & Participation
The significant number of teams from the Middle East and Central Asia reaching the global final underscores the growing focus on ICT education and talent development in the region. The participation rate of over 25,000 students reflects the strong engagement from universities and students eager to enhance their technical skills. This regional success highlights the potential of local talent to compete on a global level in critical technology domains like networking, cloud computing, and AI-related computing.
Looking Ahead
The 16 regional teams will now prepare to compete against teams from around the world in the Global Final in China. This final stage will test their advanced technical knowledge and problem-solving skills. Success in the global final can open doors to career opportunities and further academic pursuits for these promising young talents from the Middle East and Central Asia.
Source: Zawya