Held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the TechWave Summit 2025 – Central Asia and Middle East – brought together over 1,500 tech leaders, innovators, and policymakers from more than 15 countries. With the theme “Accelerating the Intelligent World,” the event became a defining moment for the region’s role in shaping the future of technology and AI.
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With operations in 170+ countries and 96 availability zones globally, Huawei’s KooVerse infrastructure was presented as a foundation for secure and scalable digital innovation. The summit highlighted real-world initiatives like Uzbekistan’s Digital 2030 Vision, illustrating national progress supported by Huawei’s AI-native architecture.
Key speakers like Johnny Lyu introduced advanced AI models, including Pangu and DeepSeek, enabling intelligent transformation within secure environments.
Driving the Vision Forward
A pivotal highlight of TechWave Summit 2025 was the high-level strategic meeting between Mr. Philip Gan, President of Huawei Middle East and Central Asia, and the executive leadership of SecureTech. Leading the session was Dr. Abdulla Al Nuaimi, Founder and CEO of SecureTech—a renowned expert in advanced technology and cybersecurity. Mr. Abdul Rahoof, Head of Strategic Accounts & Security Systems, and Mr. Mohamed Elmahi, Senior Executive – Strategy, who contributed key insights on implementation and strategic alignment. Convened behind closed doors, the meeting served as a vital platform for aligning cybersecurity frameworks and accelerating AI-driven digital transformation across the Middle East and Central Asia.
SecureTech played a central role in steering discussions on AI-native security architecture, intelligent technology integration, and the development of region-specific AI models. Dr. Abdulla Al Nuaimi articulated a forward-looking vision for autonomous threat response systems and robust AI governance, while Mr. Abdul Rahoof and Mr. Mohamed Elmahi contributed strategic insights on operationalization and scalable deployment. The meeting underscored SecureTech’s leadership in regional cybersecurity innovation and laid the foundation for an expanded strategic partnership with Huawei.
Pioneering Presence from SecureTech
Among the summit’s most influential participants was SecureTech, represented by its Founder and CEO, Dr. Abdulla Al Nuaimi—a seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of expertise and a member of several international tech committees—alongside Abdul Rahoof, Head of Strategic Accounts & Security Systems, and Mohamed Elmahi, Senior Executive – Strategy. The executive leadership team played a pivotal role in high-level meetings and strategic discussions on AI cybersecurity, next-gen technologies, and smart innovations shaping the region’s intelligent future.
Keynote Impact and Strategic Leadership
Dr. Abdulla Al Nuaimi’s strategic insights into the evolving role of AI in enterprise security and smart infrastructure were a cornerstone of the summit. His participation in high-level leadership meetings reinforced the UAE and the broader Middle East’s commitment to being global tech leaders.
“We are not just participants in the digital revolution—we are architects of a smarter, more connected future,” said Dr. Abdulla Al Nuaimi.
SecureTech’s leadership actively contributed to shaping strategic discussions on next-generation AI cybersecurity, advanced technology, and smart technologies transforming industries.
These powerhouses proved our region is leading the charge in crafting a connected, intelligent future
A Global Gathering of Innovators
The summit was marked by powerful sessions and panel discussions featuring senior tech executives from Huawei, including:
- Philip Gan, President, Huawei MECA
- Derek Hao, President, Enterprise Business Group, Huawei MECA
- David Tao, CEO, Huawei UAE
- Alex Zhang, Managing Director, Huawei UAE Enterprise
- Shan, Director, Channel Business, Huawei UAE
Together with regional leaders, the focus remained on scaling AI for real-world impact, including secure infrastructure, smart industries, and intelligent connectivity.
Conclusion: Igniting the Intelligent Future
TechWave Summit 2025 wasn’t just an event, it was a declaration. A declaration that Central Asia and the Middle East are at the forefront of the world’s intelligent transformation. With visionaries like Dr. Abdulla Al Nuaimi and the SecureTech team, the region is not just participating in the global conversation—it’s leading it.
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