Huawei to relaunch BD operations on June 8
Plans to introduce tablets, flagship smartphones, wearables
FE REPORT | Saturday, 6 June 2026
Chinese technology giant Huawei is set to officially relaunch its consumer business in Bangladesh on June 8, marking its return to the country's smartphone and smart device market after several years of limited activity.
The relaunch will be carried out through a local distributor DX Group, with products to be sold through major retailers and e-commerce platforms. The company has secured the necessary regulatory approvals, including clearance from the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC).
Huawei plans to introduce a range of flagship smartphones, tablets, wearables and audio devices, including the Mate 80 Pro, Mate X7 foldable smartphone, Nova 15 Max, MatePad 11.5 tablet, Watch Fit 5 series, FreeBuds earbuds and FreeClip open-ear audio devices.
The company's smartphone business in Bangladesh declined following US sanctions imposed in 2019, which restricted Huawei's access to American technologies and led to the loss of Google Mobile Services on its newer devices. Its official smartphone operations largely ceased after 2021.
Huawei officials said the company is returning with a strengthened software ecosystem centred on its AppGallery platform and Huawei Mobile Services (HMS), which now support a broad range of applications and services.
Initially, Huawei will focus on the premium and upper mid-range smartphone segments, targeting consumers seeking advanced cameras, productivity tools and AI-powered features.
Products will be available through leading retailers and online platforms, including Gadget & Gear, Sumash Tech, Daraz and Pickaboo.
Industry observers believe Huawei's return could intensify competition in Bangladesh's premium smartphone market, currently led by Samsung Electronics, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo and Honor.
Huawei is also exploring the possibility of assembling devices locally in Bangladesh in the future, alongside its existing operations in telecommunications infrastructure, cloud services, data centres and digital transformation projects.
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