Huawei, one of the leading global ICT solutions provider just launched the second edition of Huawei Middle East ICT Competition in Bahrain to enhance the ICT skills of the upcoming generation.
The competition is held under the patronage of Engineer Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunication in the presence of Chinese Ambassador Anwaer, and representatives from Bahrain Economic Development Board, Tamkeen, University of Bahrain, Bahrain Polytechnic University, and Ahlia University, said a statement from the company.
According to the statement, the second edition of Huawei Middle East ICT Competition which will run in Bahrain and 9 other countries in the region is a critical initiative in the Middle East, as it prepares the next generation of leaders for an intelligent world where every person, home, and organization is fully connected.
The competition combines Huawei’s CSR goal of nurturing local ICT talent with its vision to create an ICT ecosystem. The statement adds that Huawei aims to equip countries in the Middle East to pursue their national agendas for digital transformation, it added.
Engineer Kamal bin Ahmed Mohamed said: “This is a great opportunity for Bahraini students to gain knowledge and experience in the latest cutting-edge ICT technologies and trends from a global ICT leader like Huawei.”
Engineer Kamal adds that through this competition, young Bahrainis will be equipped with the necessary skills to forge a brighter future, and take the lead in achieving the goals of the Kingdom’s strategic policies and Economic Vision 2030, towards a leading sustainable digital society.”
Similarly, Lu Yuedong, Chief Executive Officer of Huawei Bahrain stressed on Huawei’s commitment to support the ICT ecosystem. “Over the years, we have been committed to knowledge transfer in the markets in which we operate through several CSR initiatives that train and support the youth.”
Curious as to what the winners going to receive? Well, National winners from Bahrain and other participating countries will receive an all-expense paid immersion trip to Huawei’s global headquarters in China in November this year. According to the statement, through the trip to Huawei’s global headquarters, this will provide the winners with an opportunity to meet the brand’s leadership and at the same time have a priceless cultural experience and knowledge exchange.
If you’re an interested student who’d like to register, click here. The deadline is on September 10.