SHENZHEN, CHINA, JUNE 8, 2026 – Shenzhen hosted the Closing & Awards Ceremony of the Huawei ICT Competition 2025–2026 Global Final, marking the successful conclusion of the competition’s 10th and largest edition to date. The program attracted more than 220,000 university students and faculty members from over 2,000 tertiary institutions across more than 100 countries and regions. This unprecedented participation underscores the competition’s growing influence as a global platform for developing ICT and AI talent.
After progressing through national and regional stages, 177 teams from 49 countries and regions advanced to the Global Final. These teams were recognized for their outstanding performance across multiple evaluation stages, further highlighting the competition’s role in nurturing high-potential young innovators.
This year’s competition featured three main tracks—Practice, Innovation, and Programming—bringing together diverse technical challenges designed to test real-world problem-solving abilities. From these rigorous contests, 18 outstanding teams from eight countries, including China, Nigeria, Singapore, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Kenya, and the Dominican Republic, were awarded the Grand Prize.
Beyond technical excellence, the competition also emphasized inclusivity and sustainability. Special awards such as the Women in Tech Award were presented to seven all-female teams from countries including Azerbaijan, Nigeria, Kenya, China, and Bahrain. Meanwhile, the Green Development Award recognized teams from Ghana and China for their contributions to sustainable innovation. Additional honors included Fast Passes for ten Chinese students to the Huawei Future Business Leader Track, the Most Valuable Instructor Award for 16 educators from nine regions, and the ICT Competition Online Popularity Award presented to six teams across Egypt, Brazil, Malaysia, Poland, and Pakistan.
The ceremony was attended by diplomatic representatives from 11 countries, including ambassadors, consuls general, and counselors, who presented awards to winning teams from their respective nations. Their presence highlighted the competition’s global importance in fostering international cooperation in technology education.
Ritchie (Honghua) Peng, President of Huawei ICT Strategy & Business Development Department, emphasized that the competition reflects Huawei’s long-standing commitment to using technology for social good and sustainable development. He noted that the Innovation Competition encourages students to apply learning to real-world challenges, while the Practice and Programming tracks highlight dedication and technical depth. He also announced the upcoming introduction of a new Ascend AI Operator Development Track in mainland China, designed to strengthen hands-on engagement with advanced AI technologies.
Dr. Shafika Isaacs, Director a.i. of UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education, praised the ongoing partnership between UNESCO and Huawei. She highlighted joint initiatives such as AI capacity-building programs in Arab countries and ICT education cooperation projects in Central Asia and the Caucasus, which aim to strengthen education systems and prepare future-ready talent.
She further noted that participants demonstrated strong cross-cultural collaboration and responsible innovation, showcasing not only technical ability but also ethical awareness in the use of emerging technologies.
During the Global Final, Huawei also hosted the AI Accelerating Education Transformation Summit, bringing together educators and industry experts to explore the role of AI in reshaping education. At the summit, Huawei launched its ICT Academy AI Course Solution, designed to support universities in building structured AI learning pathways and scaling talent development.
In addition, Huawei released the ICT Skills Development Insight Report with recommendations for nine countries in Central Asia and the Caucasus, providing actionable insights for policymakers to align education with industry needs.
As digital transformation accelerates worldwide, the demand for professionals skilled in AI, big data, cybersecurity, and computing continues to rise. The Huawei ICT Competition plays a vital role in bridging this talent gap by offering a global platform for students to develop practical skills, collaborate across borders, and engage with real-world technological challenges. Through its expanding tracks and global partnerships, the competition continues to strengthen Huawei’s mission of making technology more accessible and impactful for society.
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