19/05/2026
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[Jakarta, Indonesia | May 13, 2026] โ Filipino students brought pride to the Philippines after delivering an outstanding performance at the 10th Huawei ICT Competition APAC Finals and Awards Ceremony held at the ASEAN Headquarters in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Organized by Huawei and co-hosted by the ASEAN Foundation, the competition gathered over 8,600 students from 14 countries and regions across Asia-Pacific, with more than 160 finalists advancing to the regional finals.
In his opening remarks, ASEAN Secretary-General H.E. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn emphasized the importance of nurturing digital talent in the region.
โEmpowering young talents is the source of our region's creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. As underscored in the ASEAN Digital Masterplan 2030, our digital talent is the heartbeat of this vision,โ Dr. Hourn said.
Among the top-performing Philippine universities, Bulacan State University clinched the Grand Prize in the Network Track, First Prize in the Cloud Track, and Third Prize in the Innovation Track. Meanwhile, Cebu Institute of Technology โ University secured Second Prize in the Computing Track, showcasing the excellence and global competitiveness of Filipino ICT talent.
The strong showing of Philippine universities highlights the countryโs growing pool of world-class ICT talents and reinforces the role of academic institutions in preparing students for the demands of an increasingly digital future. Through initiatives such as the Huawei ICT Competition, students are provided with valuable opportunities to strengthen their technical expertise, foster innovation, and gain exposure on the international stage.