Public Relations and Governmental Affairs Director of Huawei Lebanon Mohamad Sharara speaks at the launch of Huawei ICT competition in Beirut, capital of Lebanon, on Oct. 25, 2022. (Xinhua/Bilal Jawich)
BEIRUT, Oct. 25 (Xinhua) -- Huawei launched on Tuesday the 6th edition of its annual ICT Competition in Lebanon to support "aspiring students" in the country, the Chinese tech giant said in a press release.
From October to December, thousands of undergraduate students are expected to participate in the competition, which is being held virtually, Huawei said.
"Huawei is committed to developing the ICT industry by investing in local young talent and creating an open, collaborative ecosystem," Public Relations and Governmental Affairs Director of Huawei Lebanon Mohamad Sharara said in the press release.
Lebanese Telecommunications Minister Johnny Corm highlighted Huawei's role in empowering Lebanon's youth.
Photo shot on Oct. 25, 2022 shows the launch of Huawei ICT competition in Beirut, capital of Lebanon. (Xinhua/Bilal Jawich)
"Collaborating with a global technology company reconfirms our commitment to empower our nation's youth and prepare a future generation for Lebanon's digital transformation journey," Corm was quoted as saying by the Huawei press release.
Winners of the Huawei ICT competition are expected to receive internships, opportunities to join Huawei, and 20,000 U.S. dollars in cash prize.
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