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Top Implementer: The scoring basis of
implementation capability covers various
aspects such as global antenna market
share, regional market penetration,
financial and organizational health,
contract wins with major customers, and
product portfolio range. According to the
report, Huawei's scored 87.8 points for its
implementation capability, which is 8.5%
ahead of the second place and fully reflects
Huawei's strong competitiveness in the
global base station antenna market.
As crucial infrastructure components in
wireless communication systems, base
station antennas directly affect energy
consumption, network coverage, capacity,
user experience. Looking toward the future,
Huawei will continue to promote innovative
solutions, contributing to building more
digitalization with cutting-edge innovations significantly enhancing operational efficient and intelligent networks, moving
such as Antenna Information Sensor Unit efficiencies and performance optimization towards a fully connected, intelligent world.
(AISU) and beam adjustment technologies, of mobile networks.

Huawei & OIC-CERT Release Framework to Secure Software Supply Chains

Across Member States

Huawei, in collaboration with the Organiza- approach to software supply chain secu- “In today's interconnected world, software
tion of the Islamic Cooperation-Computer rity governance, covering key areas such supply chain security is paramount. This
Emergency Response Team (OIC-CERT) as supplier cybersecurity management, framework provides a crucial foundation
and the Oman National CERT, announced open-source software management, R&D for OIC member states to build resilient
the release of the OIC-CERT Software Sup- and production management. It guides digital economies. Our collaboration with
ply Chain Security Framework. This frame- organizations in implementing security Huawei leverages their expertise and in-
work provides crucial guidance to OIC measures throughout the entire software dustry insights to develop comprehensive
member states on establishing robust soft- lifecycle, from evaluating and selecting guidelines that address the evolving threat
ware supply chain security management, suppliers to securing the development and landscape. By adopting these recommen-
ensuring end-to-end cybersecurity. This deployment processes. It also emphasizes dations, nations can effectively mitigate
comes at a critical time when cybersecurity the importance of managing open-source risks and protect critical infrastructure. We
is a top priority for businesses in the region, software components and integrating se- believe this joint effort will significantly en-
with 55% of companies in the Middle East curity practices into research, development, hance cybersecurity across the OIC com-
prioritizing mitigating digital and technolo- and production environments. This holistic munity.” The framework's release comes at
gy risks over the next year, exceeding the approach aims to mitigate risks through- a pivotal moment, as software supply chain
global average of 53%, according to a re- out the software supply chain. Aloysius attacks continue to evolve and pose signif-
port by PwC. Within this, cyber risks remain Cheang, Chief Security Officer for Huawei icant threats to organizations and nations.
a significant concern, with 42% of regional in the Middle East and Central Asia, said: By prioritizing supply chain cybersecurity,
businesses focusing on them. Developed “Huawei is committed to collaborating with OIC member states can protect their digital
by the OIC-CERT Supply Chain Security global partners to enhance cybersecurity assets, foster trust, and enhance resilience
working group, co-chaired by the Oman for all. This framework represents a signif- in an increasingly interconnected world.
National CERT and Huawei, the framework icant step forward in strengthening soft- This initiative underscores Huawei's on-
addresses the growing complexity and in- ware supply chain security across the OIC going commitment to contributing to the
terconnectedness of software systems and member states. We believe that by working development of cybersecurity standards
the increasing risks of supply chain attacks. together and sharing best practices, we and enhancing industry security capabil-
It offers practical guidance for regulatory can create a more secure and trustworthy ities. By collaborating with international
authorities in member countries to formu- digital environment for everyone.” Dr. Saleh organizations like OIC-CERT, Huawei aims
late effective policies for software supply Said Al Hashmi at Oman National CERT, to support the building of cyber resilience
chain manufacturers and service providers. highlighted the significance of this frame- and contribute to a more secure and trust-
The framework provides a comprehensive work and the value of collaboration, stating: worthy cyberspace.

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