Abu Dhabi Digital Authority Signs a Strategic Partnership with Huawei at GITEX Global 2021

The Abu Dhabi Digital Authority (ADDA) has signed a framework agreement with Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, aimed at leading the digital transformation journey of Abu Dhabi by enabling, supporting, and delivering a digital government that is proactive, personalized, collaborative and secure. 

The partnership was established at GITEX Global 2021 and signed by H.E. Dr. Mohamed Abdelhameed Al Askar, Director General of ADDA, and Jiawei Liu, CEO of Huawei UAE, who reiterated their support to government entities in the emirate in their efforts to accelerate digital transformation. 

According to the terms of the agreement, ADDA will appoint Huawei as a non-exclusive supplier of a range of technology products and services to various government agencies for a period of three years. Huawei will also provide a range of value-added services, including introducing the Huawei ICT Academy program for public agencies in the emirate, and implementing a joint innovation program.

H.E. Dr. Mohamed Abdelhameed Al Askar, Director General of ADDA, said: ”The Abu Dhabi Digital Authority is tasked with supporting government partners in delivering services and building digital ecosystems that enrich the quality of life and boost opportunities for business and personal growth. To achieve this, we actively explore the possibilities of establishing beneficial collaborations with both the public and private sectors. Agreements such as the one signed with Huawei at GITEX Global 2021 will leverage the latest technology in support of government entities’ efforts to enhance the quality of government services by providing easier access for customers, and help in achieving customer satisfaction and happiness.”

Liu Jiawei, CEO of Huawei UAE, said: “Abu Dhabi’s digital transformation strategy is one of the most advanced in the world. We are honored to have this opportunity to partner with the Abu Dhabi Digital Authority and play a key role in achieving the emirate’s vision. We firmly believe that through leveraging partnerships between the public and private sectors, we can ensure a successful digital future.”

The partnership highlights the importance of collaboration between government entities and private sector technology firms to enhance and improve the delivery of public services. 

“We are confident this partnership will serve as a template for future collaboration between technology companies and public entities,” Jiawei added.  

Huawei’s vision and mission remain to bring digital to every person, home, and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. Through such partnerships, Huawei can fast-track digital technologies that make lives better, businesses more intelligent, and societies more inclusive. This will ultimately bring us closer to a fully connected, intelligent world.