Layoff · Aug 14, 2026

Nokia cuts 1,600 jobs

DateAug 14, 2026

CountryChina

ReasonMarket downturn

IndustryTelecom Equipment

People affected

1,600

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Nokia quits R&D facility in China and cuts 1,600 jobs
The closure of a Nokia facility in Hangzhou will lead to about 1,600 job cuts and comes after the Finnish vendor took full control of its China business.
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Nokia quits R&D facility in China and cuts 1,600 jobs

The closure of a Nokia facility in Hangzhou will lead to about 1,600 job cuts and comes after the Finnish vendor took full control of its China business.

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