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Huawei successfully concluded its participation in the inaugural MWC25 Doha, demonstrating how 5G-Advanced Huawei 5G-A (5G-Advanced) and artificial intelligence are driving digital transformation across the Middle East.

The two-day event at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center brought together government leaders, telecom operators, and industry experts to explore the future of intelligent connectivity.

Richard Liu, President of ICT Marketing and Solution Sales at Huawei, delivered a keynote titled “Empowering Middle Eastern Digital Visions with 5G-A x AI.” He highlighted the global progress of 5G-Advanced and its synergy with AI in reshaping industries.

“Just one year after commercial deployment, 5G-Advanced has enabled over 60,000 enterprise private networks and is expected to create more than $2.8 trillion in economic value by 2025,” Liu reported. He added that Middle Eastern operators are accelerating 5G-A deployment, achieving 30–40% improvements in network energy efficiency through AI integration.

Allen Tang, President of ICT Marketing and Solution Sales, Huawei Middle East and Central Asia, delivered another keynote titled “The Booming Era of 5G-A: Innovation, Leadership, and Growth” at the 5G Future Summit. He revealed that the Middle East has exceeded one million 5G-A users and is leading global 5G-A development.

Tang emphasized that telecom operators are transitioning from traditional service providers to technology companies, boosting ARPU by 20% with tiered services, scenario-based experiences, and VIP offerings. He also reported that SA network coverage in GCC countries has improved by 20%, and uplink speeds have increased by 50%, supporting applications like drone delivery and flying taxis.

Huawei introduced “3A Infrastructure” (5G-A, Always-Online, AI-Driven), using AI agents and data fusion to enhance operational efficiency from “hour-level” to “real-time.” Multi-band Meta technology, Sub-1GHz solutions, and intelligent BSS platforms help operators achieve full-coverage, high-speed networks.

During MWC25 Doha, Huawei and MEEZA signed two strategic MoUs to support Qatar’s national priorities in digital infrastructure, AI innovation, and talent development. The agreements focus on private digital infrastructure, AI services, and a national training program for emerging digital skills.

At the exhibition, Huawei showcased AI-driven solutions across sectors including public services, transport, utilities, finance, and energy. Officials reported that these solutions improve efficiency, productivity, and support sustainable, low-carbon digital ecosystems.

Huawei’s participation reinforced its commitment to advancing Qatar’s ICT ecosystem and supporting a knowledge-based, intelligent economy. The event concluded with the message that “Innovation Never Stops,” emphasizing the Middle East’s leading role in 5G-A and AI-driven telecom transformation.