Huawei supports Nepal's digital transformation for more than two decades

KATHMANDU: Huawei said it has supported Nepal’s digital transformation for more than two decades, playing a significant role in the development of the country’s telecommunications and ICT infrastructure.

Furthermore, working with Nepal’s telecom operators, the company said it has supported the evolution of services from 2G and 3G to 4G and has delivered solutions in data centres, ICT infrastructure, network development, smartphones and consumer electronics.

Moreover, Huawei said it places strong emphasis on human capital development, recognising skilled talent as a cornerstone of Nepal’s digital future. Through structured initiatives, the company is supporting the development of a skilled ICT workforce aligned with national digital priorities.

Central to this effort is Huawei Nepal’s Seeds for the Future programme, launched in Nepal in 2019. The programme, Huawei’s global corporate social responsibility initiative, aims to nurture young ICT talent, promote digital innovation and develop future technology leaders.

Since its launch, the Seeds for the Future programme has trained 49 Nepali students through international cultural and technological exchange programmes held in China, Thailand and Singapore, both physically and virtually. Additionally, more than 170 students in Nepal have benefited from local training and digital skill development activities. Globally, the programme — first launched in Thailand in 2008 — has benefited over 19,000 students from more than 140 countries.

In 2025, five Nepali students were selected to join more than 65 international participants from over 10 countries in the global programme. Participants took part in hands-on ICT training on 5G, artificial intelligence and cloud computing, gaining practical insights into technologies shaping the digital economy.

Participants also explored Huawei Smart PV solutions, learning how solar energy combined with intelligent power management is enabling sustainable cities and industrial operations. Moreover, exposure to smart governance models demonstrated how AI is being integrated into systematic governance to improve efficiency and citizen-centred services.

They gained insights into drone technology and autonomous systems and their applications in agriculture, disaster management and public services. In addition, they were introduced to China’s innovation ecosystem through InnoX Academy, which showcased how startups are nurtured, scaled and supported.

The programme also included roundtable discussions with global leaders to encourage critical thinking, innovation and leadership. Visits to innovation hubs such as Songshan Lake, Xi Village, Bantian Campus and the Darwin Exhibition Hall offered first-hand exposure to emerging technologies, and a reflection session with senior leadership helped students consolidate learning and personal growth from the journey.

Participants highlighted the value of connecting with peers from around the world, exchanging ideas and building cross-cultural friendships.

Huawei Nepal implements the Seeds for the Future programme in collaboration with leading universities, the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology and UNESCO as a strategic partner, ensuring alignment with national youth empowerment and digital development policies.