ALBAWABA - In a strategic move to bolster its digital services across the Middle East and North Africa, Chinese tech giant Huawei Technologies unveiled its latest cloud data center in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia.
This milestone marks Huawei's thirtieth such facility worldwide and is poised to revolutionize government services and foster advancements in Arabic-language artificial intelligence applications.
During a recent press conference, a Huawei representative underscored the significance of this new cloud data center in Riyadh, emphasizing its commitment to empower the Saudi Arabian government with cutting-edge technology solutions. This initiative will also pave the way for harnessing artificial intelligence and linguistic models in the Arabic language.
Stephen Yee, the Regional President of Huawei, went beyond the local impact of this endeavor, describing it as a bridge that will encourage more Chinese companies to establish their presence in Saudi Arabia. Such collaborations are expected to play a pivotal role in the digital transformation of the Saudi economy.
Notably, earlier this year, Huawei solidified its regional foothold by inaugurating its regional headquarters in Riyadh. This strategic positioning aligns with Saudi Arabia's stance on future business collaborations, requiring foreign companies to maintain regional headquarters within the Kingdom.
Global Cloud Services Ranking:
In a recent report by Canalys, a research consultancy firm, Huawei claimed the fifth position in the global cloud services market, securing a market share of 2.4%. This achievement is particularly noteworthy considering Huawei's standing as the second-largest company in mainland China.
Investment in Saudi Arabia:
Huawei had previously announced its commitment to invest a substantial $400 million in Saudi Arabia's burgeoning cloud computing sector over the next five years. This substantial investment underscores Huawei's long-term commitment to advancing technological innovation within the Kingdom.
As Huawei continues to expand its global footprint and strengthen its presence in Saudi Arabia, the impact of this new cloud data center on the digital landscape of the region is poised to be substantial.
