ZTE
Organizations & Companies abbreviation · Company and Brand
| Stands for | Zhongxing Telecommunication Equipment |
|---|---|
| Categories | Organizations & Companies |
ZTE stands for Zhongxing Telecommunication Equipment, a company and brand abbreviation.
Chinese telecommunications company making network equipment, 5G infrastructure and smartphones. Headquartered in Shenzhen.
Example: The carrier is replacing ZTE equipment in its network under government rules.
Usage notes
Founded in 1985. In 2018 the US Commerce Department banned American firms from selling to ZTE for violating sanctions, nearly shutting the company down until it paid a $1 billion fine. Like Huawei, it faces restrictions in several Western countries.
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