ZTE's 40th Anniversary: Intelligence Computing Strategy 2026

ZTE Corporation marks its 40th anniversary in 2025 with significant achievements in ZTE intelligent computing and AI-powered solutions, positioning itself for high-quality growth in 2026. The Chinese telecommunications giant has successfully returned to revenue growth through its “Connectivity + Computing” strategy while launching the industry’s first agentic AI smartphone.

Major Technological Achievements and Industry Recognition

ZTE’s ZTE intelligent computing SuperPod won the prestigious SAIL Award, while their “Co-Sight Super Agent” topped an open-source agent leaderboard. These achievements demonstrate the company’s commitment to intensive research and development in AI and computing technologies. The company also maintained its CDP A rating for environmental sustainability, reinforcing its dedication to green development initiatives.

The network business continues to serve as a cornerstone of profitability, with ZTE deepening partnerships with top-tier industry players. In the terminal sector, the company broke new ground by launching the first agentic AI smartphone in collaboration with partners, exploring innovative paradigms for mobile app interaction.

Strategic Vision for 2026: Unity for Prosperity, Quality for Profitability

Looking ahead to 2026, ZTE faces both opportunities and challenges as China’s 15th Five-Year Plan unfolds and AI technologies from 5G-A continue advancing. The company will operate under the principle of “Unity for Prosperity, Quality for Profitability” to navigate cyclical pressures in network investments and work toward commercial viability in ZTE intelligent computing solutions.

Optimize business portfolio focusing on market size, complexity, growth potential, and gross margins
Leverage synergy to breakthrough innovation bottlenecks in core strategy areas
Expand ecosystem partnerships to become a top player in intelligent computing
Enhance presence in international markets and Chinese operator segments
Advance endpoint AI development and explore new device categories

Standing at the forefront, we face challenges head-on and stride resolutely toward our vision—to lead in connectivity and intelligent computing.
ZTE Leadership Team

Market Expansion and Future Growth Plans

ZTE plans to strengthen its position in international markets while securing market share in China’s operator business. The company will balance revenue and profitability in government and enterprise markets, taking advantage of opportunities in ZTE intelligent computing while maintaining quality as a cornerstone for higher efficiency and sustainable growth in the evolving AI landscape.