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ZTE signs expanded strategic cooperation agreement with Portugal's DST Group; President Xi Jinping of China and President Cavaco Silva of Portugal officiate in ceremony to mark signing of Phase II Framework Agreement between ZTE and DST(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Shenzhen, China -- ZTE Corporation ("ZTE") (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a publicly-listed global provider of telecommunications equipment, network solutions and mobile devices, has signed an expanded strategic cooperation agreement with Portugal's Domingos da Silva Teixeira, SA to cover collaborations in enterprise technology and the provisioning of information systems for transportation and public utilities. The Phase II Framework Strategic Cooperation Agreement between ZTE and DST was signed at a ceremony in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing officiated by President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China, President Cavaco Silva of Portugal, Jos Gonalves Teixeira, President of the Board at DST, and Shi Lirong, President of ZTE. The wide-ranging agreement will cover multiple projects including the construction and deployment of core networks, wireless broadband networks, data centers and information systems for transportation. "We are honored to cooperate with ZTE, an established leader in the global telecommunication industry," Mr. Teixeira said. DST, a major conglomerate in Portugal with operations in industries including telecommunications, engineering and construction, water and environment, and renewable energy, signed an initial cooperation agreement with ZTE in 2012. In 2013, ZTE exclusively signed an agreement with DST for the DST FTTH (fiber-to-the-home) Phase I project, helping DST construct a north-south backbone network across Portugal, deploying ZTE's fixed networks, bearer networks, and power and safety control solutions. The Phase 1 project was completed this year, as ZTE demonstrated its capabilities as a provider of advanced, secure end-to-end solutions, delivered with efficiency and professionalism. "We appreciate DST's trust in ZTE," said Mr. Shi. "ZTE is committed to providing the best technology solutions to consumers and businesses in Portugal." The Phase II Framework agreement will expand the collaboration between ZTE and DST in enterprise technology, water conservation, transportation, energy, telecommunication and infrastructure in addition to network construction. ZTE is diversifying its operations from telecommunications into enterprise technology solutions, providing advanced information systems and services for customers in industries such as transportation, metropolitan information systems, financial services and Internet. During the recent Sino-Portugal Economic and Trade Forum in Beijing, ZTE also signed a strategic agreement with DST, Portugal's Minho University and InvestBraga to establish a centre for ZTE's enterprise technology, strengthening the development of technology, education, research and industry in Portugal. In 2014, China and Portugal celebrate the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries. About ZTE ZTE is a publicly-listed global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions with the most comprehensive product range covering virtually every telecommunications sector, including wireless, access & bearer, VAS, terminals and professional services. The company delivers innovative, custom-made products and services to over 500 operators in more than 160 countries, helping them to meet the changing needs of their customers while growing revenue. ZTE commits 10 per cent of its annual revenue to research and development and has leadership roles in several international bodies devoted to developing telecommunications industry standards. ZTE is committed to corporate social responsibility and is a member of the UN Global Compact. The company is China's only listed telecom manufacturer that is publicly traded on both the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ). For more information, please visit www.zte.com.cn. axicom logo 150px wide.jpg Axicom Global technology PR Jamie Stevenson t: +44 (0) 20 8392 4095 m: +44 (0) 7769 640 202 [email protected] www.axicom.com | . (c) 2014 M2 COMMUNICATIONS |