# Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet met with ZTE to deepen cooperation in digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI) > Source: > Published: 2026-07-24 15:01:47+00:00 # Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet met with ZTE to deepen cooperation in digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI) Source: [The Register](https://www.theregister.com)PARTNER CONTENT: Focusing on 5G deployment, AI integration, and ICT talent development to drive the nation's digital transformation ZTE announced that Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, held a cordial meeting with Mr. Xiao Ming, ZTE's President of Overseas, Mr. James Zhang, Senior Vice President of ZTE, and other ZTE representatives during the 2026 World [Artificial Intelligence](/glossary/artificial-intelligence)Conference (WAIC). The meeting focused on exploring and deepening bilateral cooperation in digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence, marking a significant step forward in the longstanding partnership between Cambodia and ZTE, while also showcasing the company's commitment to fostering technological innovation and global collaboration. During the discussions, Mr. Xiao Ming provided the Prime Minister with a comprehensive overview of ZTE's development history and its global business footprint. As a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, ZTE now operates in more than 160 countries and regions. Mr. Xiao Ming emphasized the company's two-decade-long commitment to Cambodia, during which it has been instrumental in building the nation's communications network and actively contributing to its digital transformation and infrastructure development. Prime Minister Hun Manet acknowledged ZTE's enduring efforts and significant contributions to the advancement of Cambodia's telecommunications sector. He reaffirmed that science, technology, and digital transformation remain strategic priorities for the Royal Government, crucial for enhancing national competitiveness and fostering socio-economic development. The Prime Minister expressed Cambodia's willingness to continue its robust partnership with ZTE and other partners to achieve shared digital goals. The productive talks have laid a solid foundation for future in-depth collaboration between Cambodia and ZTE, particularly in the areas of 5G network deployment, artificial intelligence applications, and the cultivation of ICT talent. Contributed by ZTE.Get AI news in your inbox Daily digest of what matters in AI.