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Huawei Europe Bags Prestigious Top Employer 2025 Award for Sixth

Consecutive Year

Huawei Europe earned recognition as a Top
Employer in Europe for the sixth consecutive
year in 2025. This prestigious certification
covers the following 17 countries: Austria,
Belgium, France, Germany, the Czech Re-
public, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Ireland, the
Netherlands, Portugal, Poland, Romania,
Spain, Switzerland, Sweden and Turkey.
The recognition is a testament to Huawei
Europe's exemplary human resources prac-
tices and underscores its commitment to
fostering a culture of innovation, inclusiv-
ity, and continuous improvement. Lesley
White, Vice President of Human Resources,
Huawei European Region said: "Europe is
home to a diverse and highly skilled talent
pool, driving innovation and excellence. Be-
ing certified as a Top Employer in Europe
is a testament to Huawei’s commitment Each topic is evidence-based, ensuring an- dustry. We are proud to recognize Huawei
to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and swers are factual and aligned with industry as a leader in people practices and look
growth-oriented workplace. This recogni- benchmarks, followed by a rigorous audit forward to your continued success in shap-
tion underscores the importance of invest- to guarantee certification accuracy. Patrik ing the future of work. " Huawei is dedi-
ing in employee development, well-being Rendel, Regional Manager DACH & CEE of cated to driving digital transformation and
and engagement, ensuring that the com- Top Employers Institute said: " On behalf innovation, connecting the world through
pany not only attracts top talent but also of the Top Employers Institute, we extend cutting-edge ICT technology. With a focus
retains and empowers them to thrive in a our heartfelt congratulations to Huawei for on excellence, we empower individuals to
competitive global landscape." The Top achieving the prestigious Top Employer lead, excel, and shape the future of con-
Employers Institute is a globally recognized certification with an impressive score of nectivity. Join us in a dynamic, supportive
authority in certifying excellence in employ- 91.26%. This remarkable accomplishment environment where your contributions will
ment practices. The certification process reflects commitment to implementing be recognized, and your potential can break
involves a comprehensive survey across best HR practices. Huawei’s dedication to boundaries, advancing both your career
six core dimensions, with over 250 detailed empowering talent and driving innovation and global progress.
questions assessing various HR practices. sets a benchmark for excellence in the in-

Huawei to Build US$3.5 Million Data Center for Nepal Telecom

million), is aimed at modernizing Nepal not disclosed. Huawei’s involvement in
Telecom’s data handling capabilities and building data centers in various countries
improving service efficiency. Huawei will aligns with its commitment to aiding digi-
oversee the physical infrastructure of the tal transformation globally. In addition to
data center, which will become a key ele- Nepal, Huawei has partnered with Algeria
ment in Nepal Telecom’s efforts to enhance and Pakistan for similar projects. The Chi-
its operations. The facility is expected to nese tech giant has also been advocating
provide income-generating opportunities for telcos to prepare for an AI-driven future,
for the telecom company, which has faced with a focus on 5G rollouts. Nepal is home
declining revenues in recent years. Hari to various data center operators, including
Huawei has signed a Letter of Intent with Dhakal, a spokesperson for Nepal Telecom, Cloud Himalaya, DataHub, and the facilities
Nepal Telecom to construct a primary emphasized that the new data center will of telcos Ncell and Subisu. Last year, Indian
data center in Kathmandu and a disaster be instrumental in delivering more efficient operator Yotta and Nepal’s BLC also part-
recovery center in Bhairahawa, Nepal. The services. However, specific details regard- nered to build a new data center outside
project, valued at NPR 484 million ($3.5 ing the facility and the overall deal were Kathmandu.

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