Building the future of connectivity in the Middle East and Central Asia

As the Middle East and Central Asia accelerate their digital transformation journeys, connectivity remains a foundational element. Alex Xu, President of Huawei’s Carrier Business for the Middle East and Central Asia, shares insights on how these technologies will reshape last-mile connectivity, bridge the digital divide, and contribute to the region’s digital economy.

While FWA has existed since the 4G era, its true potential has emerged with 5G. As Alex Xu highlights, the 5G-A and AI era is exciting for FWA. “FWA in the 5G era offers a compelling alternative to traditional fixed-line connections,” Xu explains. “With enhanced capacity, AI capabilities, and network flexibility, FWA is well-positioned to address last-mile connectivity challenges and connect the unconnected.”

Increased capacity in 5G-A delivers high speeds and low latency, making FWA a more viable competitor to fixed-line options. AI-driven optimization further supports FWA’s appeal, ensuring dynamic network adjustments to meet changing user demands. “Cost-effective and more capable, 5G-A FWA can also seamlessly integrate with mobile services and, in the future, evolve into a smart home hub,” says Xu.