stc Bahrain has announced a strategic agreement with Chinese vendor Huawei to fast-track advanced 5G-Advanced (5G-A) technology and AI-powered services in Bahrain. This collaboration aims to boost digital transformation and enhance monetization capabilities in the country.
The partnership is designed to focus on joint research and development, ecosystem building, and market development. With a specific lens on enterprise sectors, the deal will strive to provide next-generation services like AI-driven solutions and 5G mobile private networks. These efforts intend to optimize network operations and deliver customized services.
CEO of stc Bahrain, Khalid Al Osaimi, stated, “We are delighted to strengthen our strategic partnership with Huawei, a collaboration that takes forward our commitment to leading the digital transformation of Bahrain. By integrating cutting-edge technologies, our aim will be to create personalized, future-proof digital services that exceed customer expectations in an increasingly connected world.”
Steven Yi, president of Huawei Middle East and Africa, remarked, “This partnership with stc reflects our shared commitment to driving innovation through 5G-A and AI. Together, we aim to deliver transformative solutions that empower industries and enrich user experiences.”
Through this agreement, Huawei will leverage its cloud and edge computing capabilities to provide fully managed private networks. This will enable enterprises in Bahrain to access AI tools that increase operational efficiency. Furthermore, there will be training programs to upskill the local workforce in AI and emerging tech.
This strategic effort follows a previous collaboration where stc utilized Huawei’s technology to enhance capabilities in targeted markets. In a notable initiative in December 2024, stc and Huawei commenced the commercial rollout of SuperLink. This digital solution improves 5G connectivity in remote areas of Saudi Arabia by utilizing a multi-band wireless transmission solution.
