ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has deepened its partnership with the Tashkent University of Information Technologies named after Muhammad al-Khwarizmi (TUIT), underscoring its long-term commitment to supporting Uzbekistan's digital transformation.
At a high-level meeting held in Tashkent, the two sides discussed expanding joint educational initiatives that aim to cultivate a new generation of specialists in telecommunications, artificial intelligence, and cloud technologies. The event was attended by Oleg Pekos, First Deputy Minister of Digital Technologies of Uzbekistan, who highlighted the strategic importance of this cooperation for the country's digital transformation.
Representing TUIT was Bakhtiyor Makhkamov, Rector of the Tashkent University of Information Technologies named after Muhammad al-Khwarizmi. The ZTE delegation was led by Xie Junshi, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, alongside Mei Zhonghua, Senior Vice President and President of Asia-Pacific and CIS, and Xue Bin, Vice President for the CIS region.
Discussions centered on enhancing academic cooperation through student internship programs, specialized training, and innovative infrastructure development. A focal point is the Smart Classroom–a high-tech learning space established at TUIT with ZTE's support, designed to bring cutting-edge technology directly into the classroom.
The collaboration between ZTE and TUIT has a long history. In 2022, a partnership memorandum was also signed with TUIT's Samarkand branch, and in subsequent years, the company actively contributed to equipping laboratories and organizing specialized courses.
ZTE plays a key role in implementing the national "Digital Uzbekistan 2030" strategy by modernizing telecommunications infrastructure, developing 5G networks, and deploying cloud solutions. The company actively collaborates with leading technical universities in the country, ensuring the training of highly qualified professionals for Uzbekistan's digital economy. As Xie Junshi noted, the partnership with TUIT is a significant contribution to building the country's workforce potential.
Bakhtiyor Makhkamov emphasized that the joint efforts of the university, global partners like ZTE, and the Ministry of Digital Technologies create new opportunities for students and strengthen Uzbekistan's position as a regional hub for IT innovation. The meeting confirmed that such partnerships remain a key driver of the country's digital transformation.
