ISLAMABAD: In a groundbreaking achievement, eight Pakistani information technology students will participate in the regional finals of Huawei’s Seeds for the Future 2024 program in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, next week, as reported by the state-owned Pakistani media on Tuesday.
Huawei’s initiative, part of its global corporate social responsibility program launched in 2008, aims to foster innovation, develop IT talent, and build a more digitally connected world. Each year, the program selects outstanding students from universities and technical institutions worldwide, offering them opportunities for digital skills training, cross-cultural exchanges, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
The participation of these eight Pakistani students in the week-long event starting on August 11 was highlighted by the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) news agency. Huawei Middle East and Central Asia (ME&CA) President Steven Yi congratulated the Pakistani team on their achievement.
“I want to congratulate the Pakistan team for making it to the regional finals being held in Uzbekistan for the first time,” Yi said. “Huawei’s Seeds for the Future program is dedicated to equipping these bright minds with the essential skills and mindsets needed to thrive in our fast-paced world.”
He added, “We’ve designed this platform to offer a wide range of opportunities, including online courses, competitions, exchange programs, and scholarships. We aim to provide talented youth from the ME&CA region with unparalleled STEM [science, technology, engineering, and mathematics] experiences, empowering them to pursue their dreams and make meaningful contributions to the global community.”
The Pakistani students, hailing from institutions such as the University of Engineering and Technology, COMSATS University, and the National University of Sciences and Technology, have gained international recognition for their skills. They have excelled in global competitions and successfully raised funds for tech startups, significantly contributing to the growth of Pakistan’s economy.
Huawei’s initiative is expected to bridge the gap between academic training and industry needs, empowering these students to make greater contributions to the global technological ecosystem.
