Ren Zhengfei

Chinese business leader, Huawei founder

Ren Zhengfei - Chinese business leader, Huawei founder
Born

October 25th, 1944
80 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

China

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Founded Huawei Technologies in 1987, emphasizing telecommunications and information technology. Under leadership, Huawei grew into one of the largest telecommunications equipment and consumer electronics manufacturers globally. Ren is also recognized for navigating Huawei through various international challenges, particularly in the context of trade tensions and cybersecurity concerns involving the United States.

Founded Huawei Technologies

Expanded Huawei to global market leadership

Navigated legal and trade challenges

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