Huawei Heralds ‘Seeds for the Future 2025’ Competition in Bangladesh
Huawei has officially launched the Bangladesh chapter of its flagship global talent development initiative, ‘Seeds for the Future 2025’. The competition, which invites university students from across the country, aims to foster digital skills, technological awareness, and global exposure among young minds.
Eligible applicants must be regular undergraduate students in their third or fourth year, maintaining a minimum CGPA of 3.30. Interested students are required to email their CV along with a recent photograph to [email protected]. Candidates will be shortlisted based on CV screening and invited to participate in an online interview.
Selected students will undergo a 20-hour specialized training course covering subjects such as artificial intelligence, cloud technology, digital power, and more. Following the training, participants will attend a four-day boot camp focusing on business development, tech-based ideation, and skill enhancement. The program will conclude with participants submitting and presenting a final project, which will be evaluated to determine the top eight winners from Bangladesh. These selected students will travel to Huawei's headquarters in China to take part in international training and the Tech4Good global competition.
The national round champion of this year’s competition will receive a Huawei MateBook as a prize. The first and second runners-up will be awarded a Huawei Pad and Huawei Smart Watch respectively. Additionally, the top eight finalists from Bangladesh will have the opportunity to visit China for the Tech4Good segment.
The official registration inauguration ceremony was held on Saturday afternoon at Huawei Bangladesh Academy in Gulshan, Dhaka. The event was inaugurated by Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser of the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology.
Distinguished guests included Shish Haider Chowdhury, Secretary of the ICT Division; Li Shaopeng, Cultural Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Bangladesh; and Dr. Md. Mohiuddin, Secretary of the Ministry of Social Welfare.
The event was also attended by Dr. Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice-Chancellor of North South University; Professor M. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, Treasurer of the University of Dhaka; and Wu Ji, President of Huawei South Asia and CEO of Huawei Bangladesh, among other senior officials.
In his keynote address, Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb remarked, “The interim government is currently working on formulating national policies for AI, cloud, and semiconductor sectors. We will soon implement a comprehensive digital transformation master plan. Huawei plays a significant role in the telecommunications and ICT sector. Therefore, I welcome Huawei to partner with more universities through AI and digital computing labs, ensuring broader opportunities for the youth.”
Dr. Md. Mohiuddin highlighted, “Since its inception in 2014, the ‘Seeds for the Future’ program has played a vital role in transforming Bangladesh into a knowledge-based and tech-driven nation. It reflects Huawei’s unwavering commitment to scientific advancement and technological development. Such initiatives provide our youth with practical experiences and help strengthen the country's digital infrastructure. We will soon select the students who will represent Bangladesh in China as ambassadors.”
Dr. Abdul Hannan Chowdhury emphasized, “Huawei’s ‘Seeds for the Future 2025’ program is significantly contributing to student empowerment by offering invaluable insights into global knowledge, Chinese culture, and modern ICT technologies. These experiences are essential in nurturing globally-minded professionals.”
Professor M. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury noted, “Seeds for the Future has opened new horizons for our youth. Huawei’s strategic collaboration with the Bangladesh government and institutions like the University of Dhaka reflects a shared vision of building a knowledge-based economy. This aligns with Bangladesh’s digital aspirations and is being realized through various initiatives such as ICT Academies, Women in Tech, and ICT Incubators. Huawei is creating an enabling environment for talent development and creative innovation.”
Wu Ji, President of Huawei South Asia and CEO of Huawei Bangladesh, stated, “Over the years, this competition has served as a bridge between global innovation and local potential. Through this initiative, Bangladeshi students have gained access to world-class training, cross-cultural experiences, and hands-on learning in advanced ICT fields. We are committed to initiatives like this to inspire, empower, and prepare them to lead the nation’s digital advancement.”
It was revealed at the event that the ‘Seeds for the Future’ program has made a significant global impact, directly benefiting more than 18,000 students across 141 countries. Since its launch in Bangladesh in 2014, the initiative has continued to engage local youth in cutting-edge technology and interaction with industry experts.
